Political analyst and author Ruy Texeira discusses the current state of the Democratic Party with host Charles. They explore the 'shadow Democratic Party,' the soul of the party, Bill Clinton's successes, and the impact of abortion on Republicans. They also analyze the Virginia elections and debate whether demography is destiny.

Ruy Texeira, author of 'Where Have All the Democrats Gone?', joins Chuck to discuss the Democratic Party's leftward shift. They explore the challenge of messaging, voter concerns, and the impact of economic factors. The speakers also express concerns about the Republican Party and emphasize the importance of taking action.