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In reply to the discussion: Ralph Nader - "Stay Silent and Stay Powerless Against Trump's Tyranny" [View all]Cirsium
(3,374 posts)I can assure you that I have a very good grasp of civics, the electorate, and the various cultures that comprise the country they live in. It us kind of amazing that you think insults against those you disagree with is a plus.
Progressive politics are what wins over voters, and a will to fight and stand for something. The milquetoast "be pratical" cautious finger to the wind approach, the compromising, the pandering the condescension and paternalism - that is what the voters reject about the Democrats.
Strike one - "Progressives have a poor grasp of civics, the electorate, and the various cultures."
Strike two - We have to move to the right to get voters.
Strike three - We need to promote the party, not the policies that matter to people.
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