The article reflects on the initial optimism surrounding the theory in "The Emerging Democratic Majority," which predicted a political shift toward Democrats due to changing demographics. However, following Trump's surprising electoral victories and a resurgence in Republican support across demographics, even the authors of the original theory have retracted their hopeful claims. The current political landscape shows a Democratic Party struggling with unpopularity, while Republicans appear increasingly confident. The article challenges the prevailing belief that demographic changes will automatically favor Democrats.
The book 'laid out an overly optimistic forecast of the party's prospects in an increasingly diverse America,' Judis wrote in 2017. This year, Judis warned his fellow liberals that Republicans may have the upper hand for the next decade.
Judging by the national mood, Judis's reversal seems warranted. The Democratic Party is demoralized and deeply unpopular... apparently, thinks the GOP can continue stomping the DNC for many years.
Collection
[
|
...
]