Call Me Back - with Dan Senor The Far Left’s Gift to Trump - with Ritchie Torres
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Nov 11, 2024 
In this discussion, Congressman Ritchie Torres, who represents Bronx's 15th district, dives into the unexpected support for Trump among traditional Democratic voters. He analyzes how the far-left agenda has impacted the Democratic Party and increased polarization, particularly regarding antisemitism. Torres also highlights the critical role of Jewish voters and the implications for the party's future. The talk brings to light how local economic issues resonate more than foreign conflicts, revealing a shifting political landscape.
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Far Left's Gift to Trump
- The far left's extreme positions are beneficial to Donald Trump's political success.
- These positions alienate working-class voters who are crucial for the Democratic Party.
Trump's Coalition
- Trump successfully built a coalition by uniting working-class voters, both white and of color.
- Democrats need to understand why this happened and stop pandering to the far left.
Bronx Voters
- Ritchie Torres, representing a diverse district in the Bronx, highlights that most voters aren't ideologically progressive.
- They care about practical issues like cost of living, not far-left slogans.