The Political Scene | The New Yorker

Ezra Klein’s Big-Tent Vision of the Democratic Party

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Sep 29, 2025
Ezra Klein, a journalist and New York Times columnist, shares insights on Democratic Party strategy and the complexities of political polarization. He discusses balancing praise for political opponents with personal convictions, fears of democratic rupture amplified by Trump, and the necessity of a big-tent approach that includes leftist voices. Klein emphasizes the need for Democrats to connect with voters on a personal level, run competitively in red areas, and reclaim Obama's unifying rhetoric. With humor, he reflects on his role as a journalist navigating these challenges.
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INSIGHT

Grief And Political Recognition

  • Ezra Klein argues grieving the murdered and recognizing their political skill can coexist with condemning their views.
  • He warns that political violence is an attack on everyone who participates in politics.
INSIGHT

Risk Of National Rupture

  • Klein warns the US is closer to national rupture than many admit and blames Trump for accelerating that risk.
  • He sees political hatred as weak and believes many desire a different politics.
ADVICE

Reject Oppositional Mirroring

  • Avoid oppositional mirroring and reflexively copying the other side's tactics.
  • Maintain strategic discipline to expand coalitions rather than mimic enemies.
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