ROOKE: Democrats Willing To Chase Political Pipe Dream Straight Off A Cliff |
Democrats seem to be feeling energized by some recent positive results and a classic piece of liberal media optimism that paints a picture of supposed cracks in President Donald Trump’s rural support due to tariffs and policy reforms. But history shows they might be in over their skis.
Politico reported Saturday that Democrats believe they have a chance to gain significant support from voters in GOP strongholds in rural America. The story exemplifies how the Democratic Party, fueled by wishful thinking and a visceral desire to beat Trump at any cost, is poised to squander significant resources on an illusory opportunity in rural America. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) rolled out an eight-figure investment into a first-ever dedicated rural outreach program, complete with staff hires, voter mobilization, and ads featuring disgruntled farmers.
At first glance, this appears to be strategic. Democrats cite Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger’s November gubernatorial win in which she captured 46 percent of rural voters and outperformed former Vice President Kamala Harris in 48 of 52 rural localities by attacking Trump’s tariffs and emphasizing affordability concerns. (Sign up for Mary Rooke’s weekly newsletter here!)
“We have a unique opening because of all that’s happening with this administration,” Democratic Illinois Rep. Nikki Budzinski told Politico. She added that........