Interesting piece by Froma Harrop. Agree or disagree?
Americans are hurting as their country descends into dysfunction, polarization and widespread anger. But Democrats can make up lost ground -- if they're smart. If they're smart, they'll proceed in a cool, calm and controlled manner. Most Americans pine for normal leadership. That's what Democrats must offer. The enraged ones on the left will not help the cause by aping the uncouth right. The Trump camp lives for conflict with you. Don't reward it by rising to the bait.
Stop accosting Republicans in elevators and restaurants. That only generates sympathy for the targets. It blurs the distinction between you and them. Stop threatening impeachment of Trump and new investigations into Kavanaugh. Visions of more disruption scare moderates and excite the Trump base. Sexual misconduct is a potent issue, but not one that should be leading the Democratic parade. Please confine your obsession with the white male patriarchy to sociology class. You wouldn't stereotype anyone else that way.
Democrats, you have become the party of normality -- of defending what's left of our political norms. Don't blow it by losing your cool.
Democrats, Keep Cool and Keep Calm | RealClearPolitics
Americans are hurting as their country descends into dysfunction, polarization and widespread anger. But Democrats can make up lost ground -- if they're smart. If they're smart, they'll proceed in a cool, calm and controlled manner. Most Americans pine for normal leadership. That's what Democrats must offer. The enraged ones on the left will not help the cause by aping the uncouth right. The Trump camp lives for conflict with you. Don't reward it by rising to the bait.
Stop accosting Republicans in elevators and restaurants. That only generates sympathy for the targets. It blurs the distinction between you and them. Stop threatening impeachment of Trump and new investigations into Kavanaugh. Visions of more disruption scare moderates and excite the Trump base. Sexual misconduct is a potent issue, but not one that should be leading the Democratic parade. Please confine your obsession with the white male patriarchy to sociology class. You wouldn't stereotype anyone else that way.
Democrats, you have become the party of normality -- of defending what's left of our political norms. Don't blow it by losing your cool.
Democrats, Keep Cool and Keep Calm | RealClearPolitics