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Ultimately, the confirmation hearing of Pete Hegseth highlighted far more than the qualifications of one individual. It illuminated a party struggling with its dual identity: fighting against perceived injustices while simultaneously grappling with internal contradictions and messaging issues.
As they engage with the electorate in the coming years, Democrats may need to reassess their approach—fostering a more constructive, fact-based dialogue while abandoning counterproductive tactics that lead only to embarrassment and confusion. For them, the road ahead will not only include choosing the right candidates but reevaluating their core strategies in an era where optics are as crucial as substance.