In today’s hyper-partisan political climate, division has become the norm, overshadowing the fundamental purpose of government: serving the American people. Both Republicans and Democrats have spent years vilifying each other, making it seem as if cooperation is impossible. But the reality is, bipartisanship is not just preferable—it’s necessary for true progress.
For Democrats, the past several years have been defined by their opposition to Donald Trump. They have called him every name in the book—even comparing him to Hitler—and yet, he still won both the popular vote and the electoral college. To continue down this road of relentless attacks is not just ineffective—it is political suicide. The real question is: Who are they doing this for? Have they forgotten that independent voters ultimately decide who gets into the White House? Instead of addressing the concerns of working-class Americans, Democrats have built their platform around hating one man, and history has proven that focusing on tearing down an opponent rather than offering real solutions does not win elections.
The debacle at the President’s recent address to Congress is a prime example of this political blindness. Their obsession with sticking to the “Hate Trump” and “Trump is Bad” narrative has made them incapable of reading the room. And not being able to read the room is a political failure. The American people are watching, and instead of showing leadership, Democrats displayed chaos, reinforcing the very reasons why so many voters are turning away from them.
Congressman George Latimer, Congressional District 16, New York
Even though I didn’t agree with some of Congressman George Latimer’s campaign rhetoric during his bid for the 16th Congressional District of New York, I have to give him credit for accurately reading the room regarding the Democrats’ behavior at the recent presidential address to Congress. Latimer, as quoted by Axios, acknowledged the inappropriateness of the disruptions, stating, “When a president—my president, your president—is speaking, we don’t interrupt, we don’t pull those stunts.”
Now, I know we can easily point fingers at Republicans for similar behavior, but if you vote for Democrats, what Republicans do shouldn’t be an excuse. I guess we’ve conveniently forgotten Michelle Obama’s famous quote: “When they go low, we go high.” Now, it seems, when they go low, we just act stupid.
In this context, “reading the room” refers to Latimer’s ability to recognize the importance of maintaining decorum during the presidential address and understanding how the public would perceive such disruptions. His statement reflects an awareness that respect and order should be upheld, regardless of political affiliation. The fact that he—a Democrat—could see this while so many in his party could not speaks volumes. Instead of pushing an agenda of governance and solutions, they once again resorted to theatrical stunts, proving they are more interested in political showmanship, likes on social media than leadership.
Beyond their public outbursts, the Democrats’ “doom and gloom” strategy and deliberate misrepresentation of legislation are even more alarming. Instead of engaging in honest debate, they frame every Republican policy as an existential threat to democracy, relying on fear tactics rather than constructive dialogue. If a piece of legislation is flawed, the logical approach would be to improve it—that’s what lawmakers are elected to do: negotiate, refine, and craft laws that serve all Americans.
As President Trump stated in his speech to Congress, “There is nothing I can do to make them like me.” True to form, the Democrats proved him right, handing him the high ground moving forward. Rather than working towards solutions, they choose to distort facts, mislead the public, and reject Republican-led initiatives outright, no matter their merit. This isn’t governance—it’s obstruction for the sake of political theater
A growing problem for Democrats is their treatment of dissenting voices within their own party. Those who hold differing opinions are often vilified, canceled, or labeled as traitors. Black Democrats, in particular, may be smeared as “Uncle Toms” for expressing independent views.
The Democratic Party has created an echo chamber where disagreement is met with personal attacks rather than open debate. This approach alienates supporters and contributes to declining approval ratings. A Quinnipiac poll shows Democratic approval in Congress at a historic low of 21%, while Republican approval has surged to 40%.
Instead of encouraging discussion, Democrats increasingly rely on bullying tactics to silence opposition. The party that once championed free thought and open-mindedness now embodies the very suppression it claims to oppose.
First, it was Barack Obama publicly degrading Black men on a national stage. Now, it’s preachers calling other Black people Uncle Toms simply because they have different political views. The hypocrisy is glaring. How can we preach diversity to the white man while suppressing diversity of thought within our own community? True diversity isn’t just about race—it’s about ideas. Telling Black people that they must all think the same way is nothing more than modern political slavery. It strips away individuality and reduces an entire race to a voting bloc, rather than a community of free-thinking individuals capable of forming their own opinions.
This mindset isn’t just harming their political chances—it’s destroying their presence in the social media and podcast space. One of the main reasons Democrats are losing in this arena is their tendency to alienate Democratic-leaning voices who dare to challenge them. Joe Rogan, once a self-described liberal, was pushed away simply for having different views. Rather than engaging in dialogue, Democrats attempted to cancel him, turning him into a powerful independent voice that now attracts millions of listeners from across the political spectrum. The same happened with Elon Musk, who was once a Democrat but is now public enemy number one. Instead of understanding his concerns or finding common ground, they launched personal attacks, pushing him further to the right.
Even longtime Democratic supporter and sports analyst Stephen A. Smith has criticized how Democrats treat each other. The phrase “Democrats eat their own” has been repeated often, and they continue proving it true. By silencing dissent within their own ranks, they are not fostering unity—they are creating a party that punishes free thought and alienates anyone who dares to question the status quo.
Democrats also seem to have forgotten that elections are not won solely by appealing to their most radical base. They have alienated moderate Democrats and independents—the very people who determine elections. When independent voters see a party obsessed with Trump rather than economic stability, national security, and real policy solutions, they turn away. Trump won because these voters saw through the noise and focused on results. Insulting Trump voters, ridiculing Black conservatives, and demonizing differing opinions doesn’t change minds—it solidifies opposition. If Democrats want to win again, they need to stop trying to destroy their opponents and start offering better solutions.
Bipartisanship is not about abandoning principles; it is about finding common ground for the greater good. Some of America’s greatest legislative achievements—the Civil Rights Act, major infrastructure projects, and economic reforms—were the result of both parties working together. This is the type of leadership voters expect. Instead, we now see lawmakers more focused on performance politics than actually governing. Theatrics may win applause on social media, but it doesn’t build roads, create jobs, or strengthen the economy.
On November 5, the people made their choice, electing a Republican president and giving the GOP control of both the House and Senate—for the same reasons we’re seeing play out now. Yet, Democrats continue repeating the same mistakes, expecting different results—a textbook definition of insanity. This isn’t just bad strategy; it’s starting to look like a political mental health crisis within the party, where emotion overrides logic, and outrage replaces governance.
It’s not hard to see: if Democratic leadership keeps prioritizing partisan battles over real progress, they risk alienating the very voters who ultimately decide elections. The future of American leadership won’t be determined by who yells the loudest, curses the most, dances to Kendrick Lamar songs, or posts out-of-touch social media rants, but by who actually delivers results. Until our leaders grasp this reality, they will keep failing the very people they claim to represent.
Diversity isn’t just about race—it’s about thought. And the moment we forget that, we become the very thing we claim to stand against.
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Does the threat of Fascism bother you?
The concern raised about fascism is valid, but my article is not advocating for authoritarianism, nor does it ignore the dangers of extreme political ideologies. My primary critique is about how the Democratic Party engages with political discourse—particularly its handling of dissent within its own ranks and its strategy of attacking opponents rather than offering substantive policy solutions.
If anything, I am highlighting a different kind of concern: the suppression of open debate and the tendency to vilify those who hold differing opinions, even within the same political party. The danger in any democracy is when discourse is replaced by blind allegiance or opposition, whether on the left or right. I argue that a functioning democracy requires more than just opposition to a political figure—it requires leadership, constructive debate, and solutions that appeal to the broader public.
If the discussion is about the threat of fascism, the more relevant question might be: Does silencing diverse viewpoints and discouraging independent thought strengthen or weaken democracy? I believe real democratic strength comes from open dialogue, not rigid ideological enforcement.