Bulwark Takes Sarah Longwell: Trump Has A New Weak Spot
May 16, 2025
Sarah Longwell discusses how Trump's reckless tariffs are adversely affecting working families by driving up prices. The spotlight shines on the economic anxiety felt by voters, delaying major life decisions. Longwell highlights a growing disconnect between Trump's supporters and their representatives as they grapple with rising costs. Additionally, she emphasizes the need for Democrats to reframe economic issues by linking them to potential corruption, presenting a strategic approach for the upcoming election.
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Economic Anxiety Undermines Trump
- The main economic concern for voters is the rising cost of goods and inflation impacting working families.
- Donald Trump's failure to lower prices undermines his image as a businessman who can negotiate beneficial deals.
Democrats Must Attack Economy
- Democrats should go on offense by constantly highlighting how Trump’s tariffs and policies hurt people's wallets.
- Using economic pain as a cudgel can dismantle Trump's myth of being a masterful businessman.
Voters Trust Trump Over Congress
- Most Trump voters want Congressional Republicans to simply follow Trump's lead, not intervene.
- Voters question Trump’s promises on the economy more than Congressional actions regarding tariffs.