Another General Election cycle, another Democratic Party loss.

[Martin Eden]

17. What's the % Voter Turnout?

I think the biggest reason Dems lose is voter apathy/disgust.

Far too many citizens feel (with considerable justification) that our political system is corrupt, so they just stay home.

The DNC has utterly failed to connect with voters, to make them believe their participation matters, and to earn their trust. I believe the majority of Americans would be Democrats if the Democratic Party would demonstrate through positive action that it truly represents the interests of The People at the local, state, and national levels. We especially need to reach out to young people, before cynicism supplants idealism.

I truly believe the "conservative" voting base is a distinct minority, but they go to the polls and vote. In 2014 Republicans swept to majorities in both the House on the Senate on a wave of 36.4% voter turnout.

The Democratic Party fails to the extent it is one of two corporate parties and offers little more than the status quo.

This country desperately needs a political revolution and a revitalized Democratic Party with candidates who generate enthusiasm and motivate people to be more engaged in their own governance.

Yes, the current DNC leadership must be replaced.