Staff Reports
In a remarkable twist of fate, the Democrats, clearly out of ideas and patience, have resorted to taking out their frustrations on the very voters they need to win over. President Biden, perhaps feeling the pressure of sinking approval ratings, decided to insult a lot of Americans by describing Trump supporters as “garbage.” This is the kind of charming rhetoric that surely promotes unity—if one is living in an alternate political universe. As Biden’s team scrambled to clarify the deeply offensive comment, they hastily tried to append some nuance. Spoiler: It didn’t work.
Meanwhile, former President Obama took a different approach, directing his focus towards black men who haven’t lined up behind Kamala Harris. He suggested that their lack of enthusiasm stems from deep-seated misogyny, insinuating that a woman in leadership is a distant concept for them. This stunning projection comes despite the fact that nearly 20% of black men opted for Trump over Biden in the 2020 election. It certainly seems that the Democrats might want to rethink their strategy instead of just tossing around accusations like confetti at a parade.
This election is over. Harris lost this election badly. She lost undecided voters and it’s showing in the polls. Why it is also tight. pic.twitter.com/koNRbArIZP
— Aharon Ben Huron 🇺🇸🇮🇱🕎🔯✡️🏳️🌈 (@HuronBen) October 26, 2024
Michelle Obama, the former first lady and a significant figure in Democratic circles, broadened the field of her criticism. In a speech in Michigan, she warned men against abstaining from the upcoming election or considering a vote for Trump. With dramatic flair, she suggested that inaction could lead to dire consequences for women everywhere. Let’s remember, calling out the ‘anger’ of voters—especially those disillusioned with the current administration—is a bold tactic for a party that long claims to champion women’s rights. The implications seem to paint voters as irresponsible children, despite these so-called leaders being the architects of current frustrations.
Strangely enough, many seem to agree that this election is a particular referendum on the American electorate. Former congressman Joe Walsh suggested that it’s not just about Trump but rather about the American people failing some unspoken test. It raises eyebrows to hear such talk from a Never-Trumper—an assessment of American voters that feels less like a genuine concern and more like a mean-spirited judgment. If Democrats have their way, it seems every ballot will come with a side of condescension seasoned with a dash of contempt for anyone who might dare to dissent.
Even Vice President Harris attempted to distance herself from the criticism aimed at voters, claiming she values representation for all, regardless of whether they support her. Yet, her speeches often echo familiar Democratic disdain for anyone who opts for the “wrong” vote, reminiscent of Hillary Clinton’s infamous “basket of deplorables.” By waving the banner of inclusivity while simultaneously frowning upon dissent, there is a glaring contradiction in their rhetoric. It seems Democrats still need a lesson in basic respect—something that doesn’t come packaged with condescending platitudes.
As Biden, Obama, and Harris keep digging their political graves with insults instead of forging connections, one can’t help but chuckle. The Democrats might consider that in insulting their own electorate, they are not performing political theater, but rather a tragic farce. It leaves one to wonder how effective this strategy will be come Election Day when the American people have a chance to respond at the polls.
