What Next | Daily News and Analysis Who Can Save the Democrats?
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Dec 12, 2024 Gabriel Debenedetti, a national correspondent at New York Magazine and author of 'The Long Alliance,' dives into the critical race for the new chair of the Democratic National Committee. He discusses the internal tensions and diverse ideologies that could shape the party's future. Debenedetti also explores the role of leadership in navigating electoral strategies, fundraising, and messaging. The conversation highlights the shifting political landscape in Wisconsin and how new candidates could potentially reconnect the Democrats with working-class and Latino voters.
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DNC Chair's Relevance
- Major ideological battles within the Democratic Party typically occur during presidential primaries, not immediately after elections.
- The DNC chair position gains more attention when the party is out of power, becoming a figurehead for the "resistance."
DNC Chair's Role
- The DNC chair's primary goal is electing a Democratic president, aligning party messaging and infrastructure.
- Their daily work involves fundraising, organization, and rapid response to the opposing party.
Winning the DNC Chair Race
- The DNC chair is elected by 440+ members who dedicate their lives to electing Democrats nationwide.
- Candidates usually win by articulating how Democrats can win across the country, focusing on funding and infrastructure.
