Contrary to what The New York Times stated, if Democrats are demoralized about their loss in the Georgia special election it is their own fault. To think that this district might possibly be in play was pure illusion. Yes, Trump did not do particularly well there. But to anticipate that a solidly Republican district would turn on the President in a very visible election is wishful thinking. Plus the Democratic candidate was somewhat of a light-weight.
Thus to make the stakes so high was not in the Democrats’ best interest. The Party would do well to not follow the demands of the most rabid elements of its base and not seriously challenge every Republican seat.
There will be many opportunities to pick up seats in 2018 and regain control of the House, but the districts and the candidates must be chosen very carefully. And the Party must have a clear and cohesive vision for how it would govern, what it would do for the American people. And that vision must be articulated in a way that the people get. See my post, "The Perennial Search for the Democrats' Mission."
Running a good campaign isn't just about raising tons of money and having a good get-out-the-vote effort. Running a winning campaign requires having a positive message that resonates with people beyond the Democratic base.
Running a good campaign isn't just about raising tons of money and having a good get-out-the-vote effort. Running a winning campaign requires having a positive message that resonates with people beyond the Democratic base.
