On a Saturday in Tucson, frustrated Democrats gathered for Bernie Sanders' 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour, expressing discontent with the party's leadership. Attendees, such as retired nurse Mark Creal, criticized the Democrats for lacking strength and failing to meet the needs of their constituents. Despite the party's struggles, a significant turnout of about 20,000 indicated continued enthusiasm for progressive messages. Observers noted that attendance at such rallies doesn’t necessarily equate to political strength, especially as social media increasingly shapes political engagement and sentiments at the forefront of the upcoming 2024 election.
They're not stepping up,' a retired nurse named Mark Creal said. 'No spine, no backbone. They're not doing their jobs.' He wore a button that said 'Proud Democrat.'
In Tucson, it seemed striking that thousands of people had turned out to see three out-of-state politicians, none of whom is actively campaigning for national office.
The 2024 election proved that in-person displays of enthusiasm are not an adequate measure of political strength—the collective political imagination is increasingly defined by social media.
I've never really heard Bernie speak from end to end, and that's why I'm here, because I want to hear everything that he has to say.
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