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In reply to the discussion: "We have no power" is bull. 3 things our Democratic leaders can do today. [View all]benfranklin1776
(6,979 posts)And people forget that during FDRs time the national media was, like now, hostile to progressivism so he got his message out using other ways-fireside chats, weekly radio addresses, New Deal social clubs. Moreover, prior to him being elected progressive ideas were regularly relayed and amplified by the party in communities and by unions and reform organizations who regularly met with and educated their members on these matters on a one to one basis. As you say he and his people tried everything and had good success with much of it. So too we can and should do the same.
Governor Waltzs idea of holding town halls in districts where the Rethuglican cowers and hides is a great idea to start with. But implementing your suggestions are a must also ✊🏼