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The only way they could get people to complain about "social issues" is asking people that voted trump
The important parts (that they gloss over) is everyone is turned off by neoliberal elitism.
And courting Republicans won't work because of "social issues" meaning minority groups should be treated equally. That's non-negotiable for the bulk of the party voters, so it's not an option and it means courting republicans is pointless.
But I expect the DNC to ignore everything else and try to just move right on "social issues".
Well, he won the election. If you want to find out why, you ask the people who voted for him, as well as people who didn't vote for either candidate.
That’s their point though - somebody voting for trump is clearly not a rational actor, while those that didn’t vote at all would be easier to convince.
If you think they're not rational, then you'll have to appeal to those who you think aren't rational. If you want to win the election that is.
Honestly, I believe most people overestimate intellectual and conscious rationality. Among themselves and others. The rationalizing is usually there afterwards. To justify current emotions, actions and circumstances.
Self preservation, since one can't control much anyways. And one needs a somewhat coherent world view.
Sorry, I misread your comment.
What's do you think the point is?
Next Dem candidate is gonna pledge to staff her entire cabinet with Republicans and seek an endorsement from George Bush, don't you worry