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The discussion takes a sharp turn into the realm of identity politics, a central theme in contemporary Democratic strategy. There’s a critique of the party's insistence on an identity-first approach to leadership selections, declaring Kamala Harris’s nomination a product of these misguided principles. The assertion is that this focus limits options and prevents the party from choosing candidates that may be more competent or popular, such as California Governor Gavin Newsom.
This dependency on identity politics may alienate potential voters and restrict the party’s broader appeal, contributing further to their electoral difficulties.