Ken Martin, Chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), expressed confidence in the party's chances to win upcoming elections, despite some concerns about perceptions of disjointedness and a lack of unity within the party.
"We need to be encouraged, people are counting on us to fight. I'm tired of the whining, complaining, the party of lemon suckers. Get in the game," Martin told ABC News.
Jaime Harrison, Martin's predecessor at the DNC, suggested that various groups like the DGA, members of Congress, and the DNC convene for a joint-policy retreat "so that people see we're all in alignment on our message, on our mission."
Harrison also said he hopes the party seriously considers hosting a midterm convention, which could amplify their talent and hammer home their priorities.
Some Democrats point to Martin's tenure as one that prioritizes infrastructure. For example, state parties now get major influxes of cash, to the tune of a million dollars a month, to hire staff, set up programs, and fortify their ranks. "Party changing money," adds Schneider.
Texas Rep. Gene Wu, chair of the Lone Star State House Democratic caucus, said Jefferies and Martin gave his cohort full support to break quorum and attempt to block Republican redistricting efforts, a move that kicked off the party's more aggressive opposition to redistricting nationwide.
Wu acknowledges that the perception of the Democratic Party is in peril, and is anxious for politicians to openly fight for the working class. He says voters, friends see Democrats as message-less, scolding hall monitors.
"I think that the reality of where we are today and what the cost of failure will mean, I don't think people are under any illusion of where we are at this moment," said Wu. "This is not time for us to screw around... I don't give a crap that you think Democrats are wimpy or whatever else. But if you want America to not suck anymore, you better join us."
"We need to be encouraged, people are counting on us to fight. I'm tired of the whining, complaining, the party of lemon suckers. Get in the game," Martin told ABC News.
Jaime Harrison, Martin's predecessor at the DNC, suggested that various groups like the DGA, members of Congress, and the DNC convene for a joint-policy retreat "so that people see we're all in alignment on our message, on our mission."
Harrison also said he hopes the party seriously considers hosting a midterm convention, which could amplify their talent and hammer home their priorities.
Some Democrats point to Martin's tenure as one that prioritizes infrastructure. For example, state parties now get major influxes of cash, to the tune of a million dollars a month, to hire staff, set up programs, and fortify their ranks. "Party changing money," adds Schneider.
Texas Rep. Gene Wu, chair of the Lone Star State House Democratic caucus, said Jefferies and Martin gave his cohort full support to break quorum and attempt to block Republican redistricting efforts, a move that kicked off the party's more aggressive opposition to redistricting nationwide.
Wu acknowledges that the perception of the Democratic Party is in peril, and is anxious for politicians to openly fight for the working class. He says voters, friends see Democrats as message-less, scolding hall monitors.
"I think that the reality of where we are today and what the cost of failure will mean, I don't think people are under any illusion of where we are at this moment," said Wu. "This is not time for us to screw around... I don't give a crap that you think Democrats are wimpy or whatever else. But if you want America to not suck anymore, you better join us."
I feel like the Democratic party needs to get its act together ASAP 
. It's true they're getting some cash from state parties, but is that enough to make a difference? We need to see some real action on issues like climate change and economic inequality 
. The fact that people are seeing Democrats as "message-less" is a concern 
. We can't just sit back and let Republicans continue to push their agenda while we're stuck in neutral 
. I'm tired of hearing about how divided the party is - it's time for some unity and a clear direction 
. Let's get our politicians out there fighting for the working class and not just talking about it 
. We need to show voters that we care about their lives and are willing to take action to make a change 
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like gene wu says be real and fight 4 the working class not just some watered down message 2 middle america. i'm so over all dis infighting and whining, ken martin needs 2 get his act togetha ASAP n stop makin it hard 4 peeps 2 take dem seriously 
. but texas rep gene wu is like "dude, we need to stop messing around and fight for the working class already 
. martin's focus on infrastructure is a good start, but they need to be more aggressive 
. can't have them playing nice when it counts 
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in his belly! The party needs a wake-up call and it sounds like he's ready to ruffle some feathers 
. Hosting a midterm convention could be the move to boost their message and make some real noise 
. I'm all for it - time to stop playing nice and get down to business 
. Texas Rep Gene Wu is preaching to the choir, we need leaders who aren't afraid to speak truth to power and fight for the working class 
. Let's see some action!
. And let's be real, if you can't even get your own party members on board, how are you gonna win elections? It's time for some serious soul-searching, Dem party 
. It's like, what's the real strategy here?
I'm loving the fire in Jaime Harrison's words! 
He's right, we do need to unite behind a clear message and mission, especially when it comes to fighting for the working class. 
It's so refreshing to see politicians speaking their minds without sugarcoating anything. And let's be real, who doesn't want to "join the party of change" 
? 
It's time for Democrats to step up their game and show voters that we're all about progress, not just promises! 
. I'm not buying the "we're all in alignment" narrative... it sounds like spin to me 
... it's time for Democrats to stand up and represent the people, not just special interests 
... it's time for a fresh approach that puts voters first