January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025

Democrats are engaging in self-reflection, and some say they lost the presidential race because the campaign didn’t focus enough on a key demographic: men. Should Democrats lean into identity politics to help engage them specifically in the next election cycles? Those who say yes suggest that finding better ways to reach men and elevating the discussion with economic and social policies, such as protecting working-class jobs, would resonate with them and could help Democrats connect with a demographic that feels left behind. Those against it say gender and identity politics are always a bad idea, dividing voters instead of uniting them. Democrats should instead focus on universal principles and policies that address shared concerns and foster continuous engagement.

We debate the question: Could Identity Politics Help Democrats Engage Men? 

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