Will Democratic Party introduce a new 'New Deal'? Key narrative must be 'focused on economic issues'
Summary
With Democrats poised to control both chambers of Congress, historian Ian Reifowitz says the party should focus on economic issues as it responds to President Donald Trump and looks toward the 2028 election. He argues that Democrats can draw on Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal coalition by emphasizing economic security, affordability and living standards.Key Facts
- The article says Democrats are poised to control both chambers of Congress.
- The party faces the challenge of constraining Trump’s presidency while building a path to the White House in 2028.
- Ian Reifowitz is a Distinguished Professor of History at SUNY Empire State University.
- Reifowitz says Democrats can draw on the history of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal coalition.
- Reifowitz argues that Republicans have shifted electoral debate toward identity, immigration and cultural conflict.
- He says Democrats should emphasize economic security, affordability and everyday living standards.
- Reifowitz says Democrats across the country campaigned on affordability and should govern on that issue.
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