Today, Explained Democrats, where you at?
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Feb 5, 2025 Sahil Kapur, NBC News senior national politics reporter, teams up with Senator Adam Schiff, a key figure in Donald Trump’s first impeachment, to dissect the current state of the Democratic Party. They address the party's struggles to connect with everyday voters amidst pressing economic concerns like rising food prices. The duo emphasizes the need for unity within the party and strategies to counter Republican narratives effectively. They also discuss calls for Supreme Court reforms and the implications of presidential pardons, highlighting crucial topics that could shape future elections.
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Democratic Strategy
- Democrats are strategizing how to respond to the Republican's "flood the zone" tactic.
- Their current approach involves focusing on "kitchen table issues" like the economy.
Schiff's Shift in Focus
- Senator Adam Schiff, a prominent figure in the first resistance against Trump, now prioritizes economic issues.
- He suggests ignoring distractions like Trump's renaming of the Gulf of Mexico or chatter about Greenland.
Schiff's Targeted Opposition
- Senator Schiff's plan is to be selective in his opposition, focusing on destructive actions.
- He'll look for areas of potential collaboration, like lowering the cost of living, while still pushing back against harmful policies.