Populist Reform of the Democratic Party
Showing Original Post only (View all)I'm taking stock. [View all]
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This post is my personal view, reflecting my personal perceptions. Yours may differ.
Not so long ago, media was pretending that Obama was about as far left as any politician could be.
Not so long ago, media was not admitting that that the Democratic Party had at least two different factions.
Not so long ago, media was not admitting that there was anything to the left of the Democratic Party (not sure they are yet).
Not so long ago, I had little to no hope that the country would wake up to takeover of the Democratic Party by New Democrats.
Not so long ago, Democratic candidates sought and/or were grateful for the endorsement of the DLC.
Not so long ago, populist messaging was ONLY for campaigning, if that.
Not so long ago, the left of DU was feeling very lonely and very silent to me.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10026603293
Not so long ago, the left of DU was not showing a lot of unity, a lot of solidarity.
Not so long ago, DU's left was being driven off or leaving DU by choice. (If you are lurking: we miss you.)
Not so long ago, DU had no populist group and no Sanders group.
I see encouraging change in all the above.
Even though this Op is about my personal perceptions, I welcome your comments.