"What's the Matter with Kansas?"

"What's the Matter with Kansas?" is a book by journalist Thomas Frank, published in 2004, which explores the political landscape of Kansas and, by extension, America. Frank examines how conservative values, particularly populist and religious sentiments, have led many working-class voters in Kansas to support Republican policies that often contradict their economic interests. He argues that cultural issues have overshadowed economic concerns, resulting in a political shift that emphasizes identity over class. The book offers insights into broader trends of political polarization and the complexities of voter decision-making in the United States.