Phillip Rocco

Phillip Rocco, an associate professor of political science at Marquette University, discusses why the Democratic Party struggles to fight effectively against the right. He emphasizes the detrimental effects of abandoning organized labor, leading to a fragmented party that fails to mobilize grassroots support. Rocco critiques the Democrats’ reliance on litigation over mass mobilization, contrasting it with the cohesive strategies of the Republican Party. He calls for a shift toward empowering local organizations and building a compelling political vision to engage disenchanted voters.

Phillip Rocco, an Associate Professor of Political Science and author, dives into the failings of the Democratic Party in confronting the right. He discusses how the abandonment of organized labor has driven the party into dysfunction and ineffectiveness. Rocco critiques the shift from grassroots mobilization to litigation, highlighting the fragmentation within the party. He also emphasizes the need for renewal, connecting grassroots left-wing campaigns to building a compelling political vision that can truly resonate with and engage voters.