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Fiendish Thingy

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2. I don't think that is the conclusion we can draw.
Fri May 22, 2026, 10:52 AM
May 22

The evidence clearly shows Dems overperforming in elections over the past year, but I have not seen any evidence that is because of the candidates’ messaging.

There is far more evidence that Dems have been winning elections over the past year based on negative partisanship against Trump and the Republicans, and not because of any messaging or policies from the Dems.

The Trump-induced, Republican-enabled suffering continues to spread and intensify across all regional, racial and partisan boundaries, and voters are rejecting Republicans as a result.

Clear messaging from Dems on relieving American’s economic suffering, as well as restoring good governance and restraining this administration are still crucial.

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