That was because the rest of the world had blown itself up, and America had almost the only functioning modern economy.
Trump isn't going to bring that situation back for you or your children. We have to compete on a global stage, and no amount of shouted slogans and juvenile behavior is going to accomplish that.
Have you looked at Europe lately ?
What sells me on trump is he says the United States doesn’t win anymore. We lose wars, education fight, health care, trade, immigration, and so much more. We constantly apologize for who we are. Aren’t you sick of losing?