Moderate Democrats are advised to focus on patriotism and traditional American imagery instead of discussing migration, in an effort to win over working-class voters. The strategy memo by Third Way, a centrist Democrat group, emphasizes the importance of defining their own positions on cultural debates and economic trust gaps. The leaked memo criticizes the GOP's messaging on immigration and suggests using key words like 'tough, fair, and practical' to appeal to voters.
Key Points
Importance of defining party positions on cultural debates and economic trust gaps
Criticism of GOP's messaging on immigration
Use of key words like 'tough, fair, and practical' for voter appeal
Pros
Focus on patriotism and traditional American imagery may resonate with working-class voters
Emphasizing key words like 'tough, fair, and practical' could help in defining party positions
Cons
Ignoring the economic damage caused by migration may alienate certain voter groups
Democratic donors profiting from migration could influence party policies