Democratic Lawmakers Skipping Democratic National Convention in Chicago
Several Democratic lawmakers, including Sens. Sherrod Brown, Jon Tester, and Jacky Rosen, are not attending the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Some are choosing to campaign in their home states to connect with voters and avoid tough questions from the press.
Key Points
- Democratic Senators facing competitive re-election bids like Sherrod Brown, Jon Tester, and Jacky Rosen are skipping the convention.
- The Senate battlefield favors Republicans this cycle with many Democrats up for re-election in red or swing states.
- Some Democrats from swing states who are on the November ballot are attending the convention.
- Historically, skipping party conventions has not hindered the electoral success of some lawmakers.
Pros
- Democratic lawmakers can focus on campaigning in their home states and connecting with voters.
- Avoiding tough questions from the national press by not attending the convention.
Cons
- By not attending, they may miss out on the opportunity to network and build relationships with other party members.
- Could be seen as distancing themselves from the party and its national platform.