Key Takeaways:
– The Democratic Party, post-2024 Elections, facing scrutiny over their policy decisions.
– Stationed views on issues like DEI and LGBTQ+ rights drawing criticism.
– California’s Governor, Gavin Newsom, undergoes transformation to crime fighter amidst Penal Code reform.
– Post-Election debates focus on personalities Harris and Biden, rather than party policies.
Post-Election Trails of the Democratic Party
Clearly, the aftermath of the 2024 Elections has given rise to many debates within the Democratic Party. The dust of the elections has begun to settle and now the discussions corner towards the party’s political advocacy. It has been noticed that it is more about ‘who’ than ‘what’ in these discussions.
The Democratic Party has been known for its strong stance on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), open border immigration, backing the LGBTQ+ agenda with conviction, and calling for government involvement in raising children. Yet, in the post-election analysis, none are questioning these positions. Instead, the focus is on who the party’s frontrunners should be.
The Discipline of Time and Party Politics
Circling back to the end of the 1920s, the Great Depression brought about a significant shift in American politics. It took more than 30 years for the Republicans to once again claim presidential status and almost until the 1950s for them to attain a frail majority in the House of Representatives.
This condition persisted until Newt Gingrich’s 1995 “Contract with America” finally broke through the Democrats’ political monopoly, almost seven decades after the 1929 economic crash. However, the Democratic Party and the media’s concentration on personalities over issues persistently limit their popular appeal.
Gavin Newsom: Master of Cult Personality?
California’s Governor, Gavin Newsom, has lately been pinpointed for his personality crafting. He has recently originated efforts for Penal Code reform and has been germane in asserting that criminal conduct should result in due punishment. Nevertheless, Newsom and his legislative allies who hold roughly 80% of the Assembly and State Senate, were unable to convince the public about their stance on reforming the Penal Code.
Losing the popular vote pressured Newsom to remodel his image, miraculously as a crime fighter. Recently he announced that California is beginning the new year building upon its laws and strategies to protect communities. He made it clear that public safety is best achieved through smart strategies and strong partnerships. Yet, some question whether Newsom’s emphasis on being a crime fighter is a genuine concern or just topic for his press releases.
Newsom’s Army: The California Highway Patrol
Interestingly, Newsom has utilized the California Highway Patrol as his private crime-fighting army, producing self-glorifying press releases. The focus of the Highway Patrol traditionally lies on the Vehicle Code, with local law enforcement focused on the Penal Code. However, Newsom’s redirection has led to concerns among citizens about this unusual approach.
As his press office reports stand, his actions have delivered in areas of reduced homelessness, new housing construction, improved schools, imprisoned offenders, and boosted economic prosperity. His achievements also claim to have tamed the threat of climate change while delivering clean air and pure water.
Ongoing Presidential Campaigns
California seems to be preparing to challenge everything President Trump does, starting legal cases against his decisions. It seems that there will be no pause between presidential campaigns as the 2028 contest appear to have commenced already.
As the Democratic Party grapples with the debate on whether Harris or Biden would have been an ideal candidate, they might want to shift their focus on their policies rather than personalities. Now, more than ever, it’s imperative for the party to examine its stances accurately and what they represent to the public.