Summary

Following the Democrats’ recent election losses, some, including Senator Bernie Sanders, argue that the party failed by “abandoning” the working class.

However, critics counter that Democrats under Biden implemented one of the most pro-working class agendas in decades, passing union-supportive policies, job-creating infrastructure bills, and increasing wages.

Despite these efforts, Democrats saw little electoral benefit, especially among nonwhite working-class voters, as cultural grievances took precedence for many working-class voters.

Analysts suggest that the party’s best path forward may be to focus on college-educated suburban voters rather than attempting to win back working-class Republicans.

  • Admiral Patrick
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    724 days ago

    More blame shifting, and I will not accept it. We all knew what was at stake, and we let it happen.

    Again, we failed.

    • @treefrog@lemm.ee
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      24 days ago

      I could say the same thing about blame shifting.

      My opinion is that Biden cost us the election, by running again and not allowing a primary to take place.

      But if you want to shift that blame onto yourself and your fellow voters go for it.