

No Mercy / No Malice: How to Survive the Next Four Years
229 snips Jan 11, 2025
Dive into the shifting political landscape in the aftermath of recent elections, focusing on the Democratic Party's need for resilience. Discuss challenges in adapting to voter sentiment, alongside pressing economic issues like inflation and housing affordability. Explore the potential pitfalls of corporate tax cuts and the importance of supporting the middle class. Address the threats to health and reproductive rights amid rising anti-science movements, while advocating for a pragmatic and disciplined approach to governance.
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Stop Reflexively Opposing Trump
- Democrats should stop reflexively opposing Donald Trump and reacting to everything he says.
- Focus on common ground and avoid wasting resources on ineffective resistance.
Focus on Authenticity and Fighting for the Middle Class
- Voters chose authenticity and perceived fighters, not party affiliation.
- Democrats must address progressive failures, especially in big cities, and fight for the middle class.
Common Ground on Domestic Issues
- Americans broadly agree on major domestic issues like immigration, economy, healthcare, and reproductive rights.
- This consensus presents an opportunity for Democrats if they act strategically.