Bridging the Gap: Economic Messaging for Working-Class Voters

This chapter explores the disconnect between Democratic policies and their appeal to working-class voters, emphasizing the need for more universal framing of economic issues. By analyzing the preferences of swing state voters through polling data, it reveals that effective messaging should balance economic and social concerns to resonate broadly. The discussion also critiques the current political rhetoric, contrasting populist strategies with progressive language, and highlights the importance of understanding diverse voter needs within the Democratic coalition.