
 KQED's Forum
 KQED's Forum Who Should Lead the Democrats?
 Mar 12, 2025 
 Reid Epstein, a Politics reporter for The New York Times, and Marisa Lagos, KQED's Politics correspondent, delve into the leadership void currently haunting the Democratic Party. They explore the implications of recent electoral setbacks and discuss potential leaders like Bernie Sanders and AOC. The conversation highlights the need for a cohesive strategy against the Trump administration and addresses the disconnect between party leaders and voters. Listener engagement sheds light on expectations for a more assertive Democratic response amidst ongoing political turmoil. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Democratic Dilemmas: Strategy and Division 
 02:20 • 10min 
 Navigating Leadership Challenges in the Democratic Party 
 12:11 • 3min 
 Navigating Leadership Challenges Amidst Political Turmoil 
 15:38 • 5min 
 Navigating Democratic Challenges 
 20:40 • 6min 
 Navigating Democratic Leadership Challenges 
 26:58 • 24min 
 Examining Political Realignment and Democratic Strategy 
 51:08 • 2min 

