Facing severe losses and dwindling federal power, some Democrats are shifting strategies by engaging with right-leaning voices, notably California Gov. Gavin Newsom's podcast featuring MAGA figures. This approach counters the party's previous reluctance to confront conservative media and leadership. As some Democrats tour Republican districts, there's a clear goal to bridge the divide and expose flaws in MAGA ideologies. The move indicates a recognition of necessity for broader appeal, even as concerns of normalizing extreme rhetoric loom.
Deprived of all levers of federal power, some Democrats are taking a polarizing new tack: Engaging with the enemy to reclaim popularity.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has rankled the Democratic base by hosting hardline MAGA voices, aiming for middle ground while preparing for a presidential run.
Prominent Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders are touring red districts, engaging with voters where some Republicans refuse to hold town halls.
Sen. Ruben Gallego believes that Democrats are afraid to engage with Trump voters, highlighting a significant shift needed for potential party recuperation.
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