Sarah Harte: Here are some of the issues behind Trump's win that may come into play here

As electoral candidates pound the streets, patronising people or not understanding the real pressures in normal people’s lives should be avoided, writes Sarah Harte

Elon Musk (left) and President-elect Donald Trump (right). The corrupting influence of money has ensured the special access of the wealthy, figures like Elon Musk, to the heart of the political establishment, sapping the integrity of government and deeply damaging public confidence in its institutions. Photo: Justin Merriman/Bloomberg via Getty Images

The second Apocalypse happened in the US last week, but we must focus on our own election in 15 days. 

Our electorate is more volatile, and our society is transforming rapidly, so there is a potential for schism which means that several factors behind Trump’s electoral success are worthy of consideration.