Maybe the centrist Dems, who control the party, should listen to new ideas like maybe those from the “ultra left” who just put up a well liked candidate for the biggest city in America through connection, likability and simple proposals to make their life better.
Are you Gord reincarnated? I don’t recall you shadow quoting before like him, and since he disappeared from AMT.
The ultra left doesn’t have new ideas. Just really bad old ones, leading to the voting trends posted above in formerly strong blue regions.
I feel like things that Mamdani is running on (rent stabilization and better tenants rights, more affordable housing, free busses, city owned grocery in food desert areas, higher minimum wage) are pretty popular policy positions. Especially with young people.
Forget if they are truly workable or not (at the very least, IMO, they are worth chasing even if there are compromises), hes connecting with people. Again, I know NYC dems are not national Dems, but the throughline is there, find issues that appeal to the common person run on it while trying to connect personally.
What would think are better positions for Democrats to run on?
Seriously man? No argument here he is not a good pres, but seriously? Is the goal to be the Washington Generals of politics?
In comparison, a centrist posts that AOC is dishonest about DEI because she publicly makes fun of men and that gets ripped here, while attacks on him, complete with cursing etc. and disgusting imagery are ok?
yearn for tolerance. We get to vote next year. Convince the majority your cause is reasonable then and again for the big prize in 28.
not sure puss filled head attacks is the way to go.
No guarantees we get to vote... that's the point. Look at Miami throwing out an election. The POS deserves every foul name we can think of... he's happy if people who don't support him die.
Not sure whether voting matters anymore../s
Dems dominated Miami +30 eight years ago and now it’s +12 R not sure voting matters lol.
similar to NYS which was +28 dem twelve years ago and 2024 only +12 with the bad trump on the ticket, and hochul won by six in 2022. But everyone on the ultra left yells “hey look at mamdani” and forgets to see the bigger truth, that they are losing voters in droves in democratic regions.
dems couldn’t even win the election/ democracy debate in the last election. As a party we need to get real.
We need to get real that many of us will not survive these coming years. Unimaginable suffering and pain. And to think I quit drinking for this shit.
A MAGA congressional candidate is facing backlash after spreading conspiracy theories about the deadly flash floods along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Kandiss Taylor, who is running to represent Georgia in the House of Representatives, posted on X Saturday: “Fake weather. Fake hurricanes. Fake flooding. Fake. Fake. Fake.”
Her bizarre post came as authorities searched for dozens of people thought to have lost their lives in Texas’ flash floods. Of the 30 people confirmed dead so far, at least nine were children, and 27 girls are still missing from Camp Mystic, a riverside Christian camp in Hunt, Texas.
Seriously man? No argument here he is not a good pres, but seriously? Is the goal to be the Washington Generals of politics?
In comparison, a centrist posts that AOC is dishonest about DEI because she publicly makes fun of men and that gets ripped here, while attacks on him, complete with cursing etc. and disgusting imagery are ok?
yearn for tolerance. We get to vote next year. Convince the majority your cause is reasonable then and again for the big prize in 28.
not sure puss filled head attacks is the way to go.
No guarantees we get to vote... that's the point. Look at Miami throwing out an election. The POS deserves every foul name we can think of... he's happy if people who don't support him die.
Not sure whether voting matters anymore../s
Dems dominated Miami +30 eight years ago and now it’s +12 R not sure voting matters lol.
similar to NYS which was +28 dem twelve years ago and 2024 only +12 with the bad trump on the ticket, and hochul won by six in 2022. But everyone on the ultra left yells “hey look at mamdani” and forgets to see the bigger truth, that they are losing voters in droves in democratic regions.
dems couldn’t even win the election/ democracy debate in the last election. As a party we need to get real.
We need to get real that many of us will not survive these coming years. Unimaginable suffering and pain. And to think I quit drinking for this shit.
Literally.
I think about that now and then. If I were to lose my Medicare, I could be a goner. But maybe not. I'm very stubborn and there are creepy people in this world I would like to see go before I do. We'll see. That's why it's important to make everyday count for something good. Balance out all that evil shit the creeps keep putting out there.
A MAGA congressional candidate is facing backlash after spreading conspiracy theories about the deadly flash floods along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Kandiss Taylor, who is running to represent Georgia in the House of Representatives, posted on X Saturday: “Fake weather. Fake hurricanes. Fake flooding. Fake. Fake. Fake.”
Her bizarre post came as authorities searched for dozens of people thought to have lost their lives in Texas’ flash floods. Of the 30 people confirmed dead so far, at least nine were children, and 27 girls are still missing from Camp Mystic, a riverside Christian camp in Hunt, Texas.
IDK who gord is. Or what shadow quoting is. I just responded to your post.
It’s responding without using the quote function. Our old pal Gord, I may have forgotten his correct name, did it all the time for plausible deniability for skirting the way the owners want this forum to operate, by using the forum in an aggressive manner with no link to their target…Carry on sir.
I feel like things that Mamdani is running on (rent stabilization and better tenants rights, more affordable housing, free busses, city owned grocery in food desert areas, higher minimum wage) are pretty popular policy positions. Especially with young people.
Forget if they are truly workable or not (at the very least, IMO, they are worth chasing even if there are compromises), hes connecting with people. Again, I know NYC dems are not national Dems, but the throughline is there, find issues that appeal to the common person run on it while trying to connect personally.
What would think are better positions for Democrats to run on?
Interesting op ed from Rep Suozzi, D - NY in WSJ
Comparing the extreme left to the extreme right… Where have I seen this before??
Maybe I change my user name to Rep Suozzi?
….
Zohran Mamdani, the socialist who just won New York’s Democratic mayoral primary, is a charismatic, smart and effective campaigner with whom I disagree. His campaign tapped into the same economic discontent that powered Donald Trump’s rise, and his victory should serve as a loud wake-up call for the Democratic Party.
Mr. Mamdani correctly diagnosed the core issue confronting most Americans: The economy isn’t working for them. They can’t afford housing, health insurance or education for their kids. They’re worried they won’t have enough money to retire. Unfortunately, most Americans perceive that Democrats are too often focused on other issues, such as reproductive rights and LGBT protection
Mr. Mamdani’s campaign made lofty, utopian promises: free public transit, free college tuition, more public housing, sweeping debt cancellation and massive overhauls of systems far beyond his authority, all paid for by huge tax increases. The last thing New York and other blue jurisdictions need is higher taxes. People are already fleeing cities and states with sky-high taxes. The 2030 census will reveal the extent of this shift, leading to these blue states losing even more congressional representation and political power.
There’s another way. Democrats can embrace the need to address the people’s angst about the economy and affordability, without embracing the socialism of Mr. Mamdani or the extremism of Mr. Trump.
According to a recent CNN/SSRS poll, only 35% of registered voters say the Democratic Party represents the middle class. Twenty-nine percent say neither party represents the middle class. This marks a dramatic collapse from 1989, when Democrats held a 23-point advantage on the question of which party best represented middle-class interests. By the time of Mr. Trump’s first victory, that lead had shrunk to 17 points. In 2022, it narrowed to 4 points. In 2025, it’s gone completely.
Mr. Suozzi, a Democrat, represents New York’s Third Congressional District.
I feel like things that Mamdani is running on (rent stabilization and better tenants rights, more affordable housing, free busses, city owned grocery in food desert areas, higher minimum wage) are pretty popular policy positions. Especially with young people.
Forget if they are truly workable or not (at the very least, IMO, they are worth chasing even if there are compromises), hes connecting with people. Again, I know NYC dems are not national Dems, but the throughline is there, find issues that appeal to the common person run on it while trying to connect personally.
What would think are better positions for Democrats to run on?
Unfortunately, most Americans perceive that Democrats are too often focused on other issues, such as reproductive rights and LGBT protection
For the life of me, I can’t understand why they would focus on those 2 issues. /s
Seriously man? No argument here he is not a good pres, but seriously? Is the goal to be the Washington Generals of politics?
In comparison, a centrist posts that AOC is dishonest about DEI because she publicly makes fun of men and that gets ripped here, while attacks on him, complete with cursing etc. and disgusting imagery are ok?
yearn for tolerance. We get to vote next year. Convince the majority your cause is reasonable then and again for the big prize in 28.
not sure puss filled head attacks is the way to go.
On one hand, I find you exhausting. On the other hand, I'm going to use this in real life when talking about the Democratic Party.
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I step into this conversation once in awhile. But it is clear no matter which side you are on, that there is much ignorance on how this process works. You want change or a benefit? Write a check, or maybe five. Politicians do not work for free in the US. Sad but true. And even writing that check may not move the needle.
I step into this conversation once in awhile. But it is clear no matter which side you are on, that there is much ignorance on how this process works. You want change or a benefit? Write a check, or maybe five. Politicians do not work for free in the US. Sad but true. And even writing that check may not move the needle.
Its too late. "Corporations are people too." All writing checks does is get you more solicitation emails. Unless you can afford the $100K+ dinners or drop $370+M on candidates and parties. The small dollar donor gets no access and can't compete. They've been priced out of "democracy."
Ever read the Federalist Papers? Understand factions? And yes the price of admission is much more than that $100 donation. That is throwing money away. Try $20-100 million. Then your policy or rule change might get considered or pushed through.
I feel like things that Mamdani is running on (rent stabilization and better tenants rights, more affordable housing, free busses, city owned grocery in food desert areas, higher minimum wage) are pretty popular policy positions. Especially with young people.
Forget if they are truly workable or not (at the very least, IMO, they are worth chasing even if there are compromises), hes connecting with people. Again, I know NYC dems are not national Dems, but the throughline is there, find issues that appeal to the common person run on it while trying to connect personally.
What would think are better positions for Democrats to run on?
Unfortunately, most Americans perceive that Democrats are too often focused on other issues, such as reproductive rights and LGBT protection
For the life of me, I can’t understand why they would focus on those 2 issues. /s
Well, we can’t say the voters have responded to Dobbs the way any of us on the left thought they would. Complete and absolute non starter at the ballot box.
From the mamdani perspective , as expressed in that Suozzi op ed, it’s different on the state/local level. If they start raising taxes to pay for an expanded socialist state in NY, many business will start leaving.
His point being, the judge of this, as he said, the blue states will be losing many seats and electoral votes in 2030. There is no clearer expression of opinion than that. Pew can’t touch reality, as good as their polling is. I’ve made that point about declining D State electoral votes on this forum many times.
Funny when I get blasted on here for that, incoming (MR) But a highly competent democratic rep makes the same argument? Cmon man.
From the mamdani perspective , as expressed in that Suozzi op ed, it’s different on the state/local level. If they start raising taxes to pay for an expanded socialist state in NY, many business will start leaving.
His point being, the judge of this, as he said, the blue states will be losing many seats and electoral votes in 2030. There is no clearer expression of opinion than that. Pew can’t touch reality, as good as their polling is. I’ve made that point about declining D State electoral votes on this forum many times.
Funny when I get blasted on here for that, incoming (MR) But a highly competent democratic rep makes the same argument? Cmon man.
No doubt the Republicans have gamed the system, but whats the solution? Run to the right. Give up your ideals. Fascism is winning, so offer fascism light? All I read from you is "better things are not possible, so just try a taste of totalitarianism"
I also don't buy the threat of the amorphous "many" businesses will start leaving. Businesses want to attract talent. Cities are where they are at.
Also, polling is meant to capture reality. Its not perfect, but I don't think pew is really missing much here.
Basically I'd rather blow up liberalism, progressivism, the Democratic party, etc... fucking TRYING something. Trying to reach people. rather than just say, 'do what republicans are doing'. If we die into fascism, I'd rather say at least I didn't compromise my morals.
Basically I'd rather blow up liberalism, progressivism, the Democratic party, etc... fucking TRYING something. Trying to reach people. rather than just say, 'do what republicans are doing'. If we die into fascism, I'd rather say at least I didn't compromise my morals.
I step into this conversation once in awhile. But it is clear no matter which side you are on, that there is much ignorance on how this process works. You want change or a benefit? Write a check, or maybe five. Politicians do not work for free in the US. Sad but true. And even writing that check may not move the needle.
Good idea. I think I'll write a check to the next Democratic presidential candidate for $288 million like Elon did. What the hell, it's just pocket change.
But seriously, we did send money. Too much, I'd say, especially because I believe money should not be such a huge factor in who gets election. I mean, criminy, $288 MILLION buckaroos?
Basically I'd rather blow up liberalism, progressivism, the Democratic party, etc... fucking TRYING something. Trying to reach people. rather than just say, 'do what republicans are doing'. If we die into fascism, I'd rather say at least I didn't compromise my morals.
I thought Rep Suozzi laid it out pretty good what to do. NY already has very high taxes, and like he said, people are leaving the large dem states like NY because of the high taxes and COL. More taxes at the local level too much doesn’t work because it’s too easy to leave. The wealthy are very good at tax avoidance. And it doesn’t work on a national level, because high taxes are taboo in too many states.
We need to reach moderates to win elections in the future, which becomes more difficult with those ten electoral votes heading south. I don’t think socialist policies are the way to go. Mamdani is the byproduct of a low turnout summer primary in an ultra liberal city. Not a visionary for the party at large.
” Democrats must continue to fight for stronger unions, revitalized manufacturing, and a labor market that rewards hard work over wealth accumulation. If we want to raise taxes on the wealthiest—or, at the very least, return to pre-Trump rates for those earning more than $400,000, which we should—let’s let Congress do it.
Cities and states need to stop raising taxes and putting themselves at an unsustainable competitive disadvantage. Raise the minimum wage, but do it nationally, since 20 states still cling to the outdated $7.25 federal floor.
Democrats must also lead with a modern economic industrial policy. That means reshoring high-tech manufacturing, building supply chains with allies, and investing in frontier industries such as artificial intelligence, clean energy and biotech. Let’s cut red tape, reform outdated permitting processes, and rebuild the nation’s infrastructure to create middle-class jobs and boost long-term growth. We should champion labor and focus on policies that encourage job creation, wage growth and economic security. Strengthening collective bargaining and passing laws supporting worker unionization will help lift stagnant wages, enhance job security and ensure fair compensation.”
All things Brandon's shadow government was doing or proposed doing. Ahhhh, the rubes, "they're eating the cats. They're eating the dogs. They're eating the pets of the people that live there."
The current congress ain't going to do any of that and neither will subsequent congresses. It'll be two, maybe three generations from now. Its got to get worse, waaaaaay worse, before it gets better.
Good night, ‘Murikkka. We hardly knew ya. From Letter From An American:
At about 10:30 this morning local time, heavily armed masked agents in trucks, armored vehicles, a helicopter, on foot, and on horseback, accompanied by a gun mounted on a truck raided the MacArthur Park area of Los Angeles. Journalist Mel Buer reported that agents from Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), the National Guard, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) brought what he called a “massive federal presence.”
Fox News Channel personnel were embedded with the raiders and broadcast throughout the operation, suggesting that it was designed for the media as a show of force to intimidate opponents. CBP brought its own press team, and its people were also taking photos of bystanders. After Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass arrived and spoke with Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, the agents left. It is not clear that there was a specific target for the raid, or that anyone was arrested.
Later, Bovino told Bill Melugin of the Fox News Channel, “I don’t work for Karen Bass. Better get used to us now, cause this is going to be normal very soon. We will go anywhere, anytime we want in Los Angeles.”
Good night, ‘Murikkka. We hardly knew ya. From Letter From An American:
At about 10:30 this morning local time, heavily armed masked agents in trucks, armored vehicles, a helicopter, on foot, and on horseback, accompanied by a gun mounted on a truck raided the MacArthur Park area of Los Angeles. Journalist Mel Buer reported that agents from Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), the National Guard, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) brought what he called a “massive federal presence.”
Fox News Channel personnel were embedded with the raiders and broadcast throughout the operation, suggesting that it was designed for the media as a show of force to intimidate opponents. CBP brought its own press team, and its people were also taking photos of bystanders. After Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass arrived and spoke with Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, the agents left. It is not clear that there was a specific target for the raid, or that anyone was arrested.
Later, Bovino told Bill Melugin of the Fox News Channel, “I don’t work for Karen Bass. Better get used to us now, cause this is going to be normal very soon. We will go anywhere, anytime we want in Los Angeles.”
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The ultra left doesn’t have new ideas. Just really bad old ones, leading to the voting trends posted above in formerly strong blue regions.
Forget if they are truly workable or not (at the very least, IMO, they are worth chasing even if there are compromises), hes connecting with people. Again, I know NYC dems are not national Dems, but the throughline is there, find issues that appeal to the common person run on it while trying to connect personally.
What would think are better positions for Democrats to run on?
A MAGA congressional candidate is facing backlash after spreading conspiracy theories about the deadly flash floods along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Kandiss Taylor, who is running to represent Georgia in the House of Representatives, posted on X Saturday: “Fake weather. Fake hurricanes. Fake flooding. Fake. Fake. Fake.”
Her bizarre post came as authorities searched for dozens of people thought to have lost their lives in Texas’ flash floods. Of the 30 people confirmed dead so far, at least nine were children, and 27 girls are still missing from Camp Mystic, a riverside Christian camp in Hunt, Texas.
https://www.thedailybeast.com/maga-congressional-candidate-kandiss-taylor-calls-texas-floods-fake-its-murder/
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Interesting op ed from Rep Suozzi, D - NY in WSJ
Comparing the extreme left to the extreme right… Where have I seen this before??
Maybe I change my user name to Rep Suozzi?
….
Zohran Mamdani, the socialist who just won New York’s Democratic mayoral primary, is a charismatic, smart and effective campaigner with whom I disagree. His campaign tapped into the same economic discontent that powered Donald Trump’s rise, and his victory should serve as a loud wake-up call for the Democratic Party.
Mr. Mamdani correctly diagnosed the core issue confronting most Americans: The economy isn’t working for them. They can’t afford housing, health insurance or education for their kids. They’re worried they won’t have enough money to retire. Unfortunately, most Americans perceive that Democrats are too often focused on other issues, such as reproductive rights and LGBT protection
Mr. Mamdani’s campaign made lofty, utopian promises: free public transit, free college tuition, more public housing, sweeping debt cancellation and massive overhauls of systems far beyond his authority, all paid for by huge tax increases. The last thing New York and other blue jurisdictions need is higher taxes. People are already fleeing cities and states with sky-high taxes. The 2030 census will reveal the extent of this shift, leading to these blue states losing even more congressional representation and political power.
There’s another way. Democrats can embrace the need to address the people’s angst about the economy and affordability, without embracing the socialism of Mr. Mamdani or the extremism of Mr. Trump.
According to a recent CNN/SSRS poll, only 35% of registered voters say the Democratic Party represents the middle class. Twenty-nine percent say neither party represents the middle class. This marks a dramatic collapse from 1989, when Democrats held a 23-point advantage on the question of which party best represented middle-class interests. By the time of Mr. Trump’s first victory, that lead had shrunk to 17 points. In 2022, it narrowed to 4 points. In 2025, it’s gone completely.
Mr. Suozzi, a Democrat, represents New York’s Third Congressional District.
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2025/03/19/most-americans-continue-to-favor-raising-taxes-on-corporations-higher-income-households/
https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/article/trump-media-launches-tv-streaming-platform-with-newsmax-channel-globally/
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His point being, the judge of this, as he said, the blue states will be losing many seats and electoral votes in 2030. There is no clearer expression of opinion than that. Pew can’t touch reality, as good as their polling is. I’ve made that point about declining D State electoral votes on this forum many times.
What are the policies that they should be running on?
No doubt the Republicans have gamed the system, but whats the solution? Run to the right. Give up your ideals. Fascism is winning, so offer fascism light? All I read from you is "better things are not possible, so just try a taste of totalitarianism"
I also don't buy the threat of the amorphous "many" businesses will start leaving. Businesses want to attract talent. Cities are where they are at.
Also, polling is meant to capture reality. Its not perfect, but I don't think pew is really missing much here.
” Democrats must continue to fight for stronger unions, revitalized manufacturing, and a labor market that rewards hard work over wealth accumulation. If we want to raise taxes on the wealthiest—or, at the very least, return to pre-Trump rates for those earning more than $400,000, which we should—let’s let Congress do it.
The current congress ain't going to do any of that and neither will subsequent congresses. It'll be two, maybe three generations from now. Its got to get worse, waaaaaay worse, before it gets better.
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At about 10:30 this morning local time, heavily armed masked agents in trucks, armored vehicles, a helicopter, on foot, and on horseback, accompanied by a gun mounted on a truck raided the MacArthur Park area of Los Angeles. Journalist Mel Buer reported that agents from Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), the National Guard, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) brought what he called a “massive federal presence.”
Fox News Channel personnel were embedded with the raiders and broadcast throughout the operation, suggesting that it was designed for the media as a show of force to intimidate opponents. CBP brought its own press team, and its people were also taking photos of bystanders. After Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass arrived and spoke with Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, the agents left. It is not clear that there was a specific target for the raid, or that anyone was arrested.
Later, Bovino told Bill Melugin of the Fox News Channel, “I don’t work for Karen Bass. Better get used to us now, cause this is going to be normal very soon. We will go anywhere, anytime we want in Los Angeles.”
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