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According to Jennings, the Democrats’ persistent alignment against mainstream Republican positions demonstrates a critical error in political strategy. Instead of engaging in a constructive discourse, the party consistently finds itself opposing widely popular initiatives, thus widening what he terms the “credibility gap.” He posits that by confronting this reality, Democrats can avoid paving a path that leads them into political irrelevance, noting that failing to address the public’s demands can culminate in serious electoral repercussions.