Democrats Must Reclaim the Working Class
Democratic politicians misunderstand the economic anxieties of working-class and even upper-middle-class Americans, focusing too much on donors instead of voters. The party needs to prioritize policies that directly improve workers’ lives, such as expanding overtime pay, and communicate these policies effectively, avoiding language that sounds condescending or like charity. This requires actively engaging with working-class communities and listening to their concerns, even if those concerns challenge current party narratives. Ultimately, a generational effort is needed to rebuild the party’s relationship with working-class Americans, centering the dignity of work in all its actions.
John Q. Hosedrinker