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69. Is ‘Woke’ Politics Hurting the Democrats?

The Rest Is Politics: US

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Reconnecting the Democratic Party

This chapter explores the internal tensions within the Democratic Party, juxtaposing traditional blue-collar values against the rise of progressive ideals. The dialogue highlights the need for a charismatic leader to revive core issues like economic security while addressing the appeal of both Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump to working-class voters. Additionally, it critiques the party's cultural messaging, suggesting a return to historical principles of government intervention for economic prosperity.

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