What he said!
The fundraising prowess of the Democratic candidates was something that would not have happened had we relied on the DC folks. Campaigns like Howard Dean and Wes Clark's, later followed by John Edwards' effort were the ones who taught the party the value of real grassroots fundraising. Furthermore, the DNC needs to learn that the internet is more than just a cash machine.How many elections do the Democrats have to lose before they finally unload the dead weight?
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Why do you think the Dems keep losing?
I'm not asking this in any kind of challenging way...hard to convey that without tone of voice so I just came out and said it!
I'm just genuinely curious and interested in your take on it, and value your opinion.
I'm in the camp that thinks moving to the center and becoming Republican-Lite is the problem. First, it doesn't give moderate swing voters enough contrast with the Republicans. Secondly, it doesn't get the base fired up—in fact, it drives them to the Green Party or to Ralph Nader. In order to win again Democrats are going to have to be bold and distinct, and they're going to have to love being liberal again. Single-payer health insurance. A balanced budget amendment. Civil Unions. Election reform. Raise the minimum wage. Peace. Human rights. These are our issues! Let's embrace them!
What do you think?
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