Choose Your Fighter

The viral “Choose Your Fighter” TikTok video, featuring Democratic congresswomen, was an attempt to engage young voters but instead became a glaring example of how out of touch the party has become. Rather than addressing substantive issues like inflation, crime, or border security, the video focused on surface-level identity politics, reinforcing the perception that the party prioritizes social media aesthetics over real-world concerns. It is part of a larger trend of Democrats embracing performative politics while neglecting pressing economic and social challenges that most Americans prioritize. Young voters, even those who lean left, are increasingly disillusioned with these attempts at engagement, seeing them as pandering rather than genuine outreach. In contrast, many are looking for practical policies that improve their financial and social conditions, but the party appears oblivious to this shift.

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— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) March 6, 2025

Despite overwhelming rejection from Hispanic Americans, the Democratic Party continues pushing the term “Latinx.” Polls show that only a tiny fraction of the Latino community embraces the term, yet party leaders and institutions insist on using it. This refusal to listen to the very people they claim to represent highlights a broader pattern of ideological stubbornness over practical outreach. Many Latinos view this term as an attempt to erase their cultural identity rather than an inclusive evolution of language. Hispanic voters, particularly in working-class communities, have been steadily shifting toward the Republican Party as a direct response to this cultural disconnect. Democrats often champion diversity and representation, but their approach often seems more focused on satisfying progressive activists rather than reflecting the realities and preferences of the communities they claim to champion.

The party’s stance on gender and trans issues has alienated many moderates. Policies surrounding gender identity in schools, sports, and public spaces have sparked widespread backlash, even among traditionally Democratic-leaning groups. Instead of engaging in meaningful debate or compromise, the party often dismisses dissenting views as “bigotry,” further pushing away potential voters. Parents concerned about school policies regarding gender pronouns and locker room access are routinely vilified rather than heard. In sports, the inclusion of biological males in women’s categories has ignited a cultural firestorm, yet Democratic leadership remains unwavering in their position, despite polling indicating that a majority of Americans—across party lines—oppose such policies. While progressives frame their approach as defending marginalized groups, the unwillingness to acknowledge counterarguments has left many moderate and independent voters feeling unheard and frustrated.

Rather than adjusting to public sentiment, the Democratic Party continues to defend policies that have proven ineffective or unpopular. Progressive DAs in cities like San Francisco and Philadelphia have implemented lenient crime policies, leading to surges in criminal activity. Instead of course-correcting, the party doubles down on these policies. The defund-the-police movement, initially embraced by many Democratic leaders, quickly became a political liability as crime rates spiked and public safety became a major concern. Even as some Democratic mayors and governors backtrack on these policies, party leadership remains reluctant to acknowledge their failures. Meanwhile, progressive prosecutors continue to downplay the impact of rising crime, insisting that concerns over theft, violent assaults, and lawlessness are overblown—even as businesses flee major cities due to deteriorating safety conditions.

The ongoing border crisis has frustrated not just conservatives but also blue-state leaders, with Democratic mayors now pleading for federal intervention. Initially dismissing Republican warnings about the strain that unchecked migration places on local economies, many Democratic leaders are now struggling to manage the consequences. Cities like New York and Chicago, once vocal about their sanctuary status, are now openly calling for relief and stricter border policies. Yet, national Democratic leadership remains hesitant to acknowledge the failures of their approach, fearing backlash from the progressive wing of the party. The irony is that policies once designed to signal virtue have now become an existential crisis for many urban centers, revealing a fundamental disconnect between party elites and the lived realities of average citizens.

High taxes and excessive regulation in Democratic-led states have driven businesses and residents to Republican-led states like Texas and Florida. Yet, rather than addressing these concerns, party leaders continue to push for more government intervention. States like California and New York, once economic powerhouses, are now experiencing an exodus of middle-class families and businesses, seeking friendlier tax policies and greater economic opportunities elsewhere. The pattern is clear: where Democratic policies are most aggressively implemented, the cost of living skyrockets, public services become strained, and overall quality of life declines. Yet, instead of adjusting course, party leaders blame external factors—corporate greed, climate change, or structural inequality—rather than acknowledging their own mismanagement.

The Democratic Party’s unwillingness to adapt its approach—even when faced with clear voter dissatisfaction—suggests a greater commitment to ideological purity than electoral success. If this trend continues, expect more disillusioned moderates and independents to either sit out elections or shift toward alternatives. The party risks becoming a movement that only speaks to activists rather than the broader American electorate. The Republicans, despite their own internal challenges, have successfully capitalized on these missteps, positioning themselves as the party of common sense and economic opportunity. If Democrats do not take a hard look at their trajectory, they may find themselves increasingly isolated from the very voters who once formed their core constituency.