Russell’s speech, marked as radical, called for Democrats to rejuvenate their labor roots, addressing working-class disillusionment and true environmental issues in heartland America.
He emphasized that environmental degradation affects all, especially those in 'flyover country,' highlighting that coastal climate changes aren’t the only crisis we face.
In just two minutes, Russell reminded Democrats to embrace heartland populism, underscoring the need for genuine connection with working-class values to compete with rising faux-populists.
Russell stressed that it’s crucial for the Democratic party to reclaim its legacy as a defender of labor, urging for significant political action and change.
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