Centrist Democrats Propose Strategy to Reconnect With Working-Class Voters

A retreat hosted by the Third Way think tank suggests distancing from progressive influences and emphasizing patriotism to rebuild trust.

A retreat organized by the centrist Democratic group Third Way identified cultural and economic disconnects with working-class voters as key challenges for the party.
Proposals included embracing patriotism, traditional American imagery, and values like hard work and community to better align with voter priorities.
Participants criticized the influence of far-left activists and progressive messaging, which they argued alienates moderate and working-class voters.
The strategy also called for moving away from reliance on small-dollar donors and addressing governance failures in Democratic-led cities.
The retreat highlighted the need for Democrats to engage with voters in non-elite settings and redefine their positions on cultural and economic issues.