The problem with Democrats is that we so easily get distracted by policy concerns

[Tom Rinaldo]

... that we neglect giving our full attention to what really matters: manipulating raw emotions to consolidate our hold on power.

[JHB]

1. You say that with sarcasm, but being able to divert some of our attention toward telling a story...

...that grabs people by their emotions and expands our support would be a good thing.

[Tom Rinaldo]

3. Yes, that observation, sadly, was implicit in my comment

We can develop the best policies possible for the American people, but if we are outflanked by Republican fueled inflamed emotions, they will not see the light of day. The question is how to "beat our enemy" without "becoming our enemy." It's a slippery slope to embrace lies in the pursuit of a just outcome.

[The Magistrate]

2. Sarcasm It May Be, Sir, Still...

Without seizing and holding power, policy cannot be carried out.

[Walleye]

4. Well we are not going to win by weak support of our successful president in his reelection bid