The Democratic Party is still reeling. Indeed, the November of 2024 election was brutal. President Donald Trump now sits in the Oval Office. Democrats lost control of Congress.

Democratic Party leaders are desperately searching for answers. They’re pointing fingers in every direction. Some blame economic concerns. Others cite foreign policy missteps.

But the truth is much simpler.

A prominent House Democrat just admitted the devastating reality. His party has completely lost touch with average Americans. Massachusetts Representative Seth Moulton delivered a brutal assessment of his own party’s failures.

“We lost this election across the board, an election that should have been easy for us to win,” Moulton said. “I mean, when in our history have we ever run against a convicted felon sitting at the top of the ticket? So this past election should have been an easy one for Democrats. And yet we lost across the board because so many Americans said, ‘You guys are just out of touch. You’re just out of touch.'”

Moulton didn’t mince words. He spoke directly about how Democrats have alienated their fellow Americans. The Massachusetts representative warned that his party needs to stop pushing extreme ideological tests that alienate potential supporters. Imagine that – a Democrat actually telling the truth about why they lost!

‘We Lost Across The Board’

The congressman’s admission came during a CNN interview. He explained that Democrats have become disconnected from the values of everyday Americans. This disconnect cost them dearly at the ballot box.

When Donald Trump won the presidency, many Democrats were shocked. They believed victory was guaranteed. They never imagined Americans would reject their platform so decisively. Sound familiar? It’s the same story we saw in 2016, but they still haven’t learned their lesson.

Moulton pointed out the obvious. His party ran against someone they considered an easy target. They still lost. The message from voters couldn’t be clearer.

Democratic policies no longer resonate with most Americans. Their priorities are wildly out of step with the country they claim to represent. And yet they’re surprised when we don’t rush to embrace their radical agenda?

Democrats: ‘Our Way Or You’re Not Welcome’

The congressman didn’t stop there. He described how Democrats have become insufferable to many Americans.

“We’ve become a party of people who preach down to others, you know, who scold them, who say, ‘If you don’t agree with me, you’re not only wrong, but you’re a bad person,'” Moulton explained.

This attitude has poisoned political discourse. It’s driving away potential supporters. Americans don’t appreciate being lectured or scolded for holding mainstream views. Who would have thought that calling half the country bigots and deplorables wasn’t a winning strategy?

Moulton highlighted how Democrats apply rigid ideological litmus tests. Deviate from the party line on any issue, and you’re immediately ostracized. This approach has narrowed their appeal to a shrinking base of coastal elites. Meanwhile, regular Americans are flocking to common-sense conservative positions.

When 80% Of Americans Disagree With You

The Democratic congressman specifically mentioned transgender athletes in women’s sports. On this issue, Democrats have taken a position that alienates the vast majority of Americans.

“When I questioned whether we should at least just have a debate about rules for sports, you know, whether transgender women should compete on the same level as on girls sports teams, I got accosted by – I got told by people, ‘You’re not even a Democrat,'” Moulton said.

He pointed out that approximately 80% of Americans disagree with the Democratic Party’s position on this issue. When your stance alienates four-fifths of the country, you can’t expect electoral success. Yet Democrats would rather lose elections than admit biological reality!

Even more telling was Moulton’s revelation about his colleagues. Many Democrats secretly agree with him. Yet they remain silent publicly. They fear backlash from the radical elements that now control the party.

“I’ve heard from so many colleagues behind the scenes, ‘You’re right, Seth, you’re right,'” he revealed. “But they all say it whispering because they’re so afraid to say it out in public, lest they be accosted by, you know, the liberal left in our party.”

No surprise there. When your own party members are afraid to speak common sense publicly, you’ve created a culture of fear, not a political movement.

Conservatives Have Known This All Along

Representative Moulton’s candid assessment confirms what conservatives have long understood. The Democratic Party has abandoned mainstream American values. They’ve embraced radical positions that most citizens reject.

The Democrat congressman summarized it perfectly: “You can’t be a majority party if you don’t accept a majority of views.”

Democrats lost in 2024 because they stopped listening to Americans. They became the party of elites lecturing everyday citizens. This disconnect will continue until they acknowledge reality.

For conservatives, this presents an opportunity. By championing common-sense positions that reflect mainstream values, Republicans can continue to build their coalition. The 2026 midterms may deliver even more devastating losses for Democrats if they fail to change course.

As Moulton warned his fellow Democrats, their job is to “represent Americans, not tell them what to think.” It’s a lesson the left has yet to learn – and one that may cost them dearly for years to come.

Key Takeaways:

• Democrats lost in 2024 because they stopped listening to mainstream Americans.
• Rep. Moulton revealed that 80% of Americans disagree with Democrats on transgender sports issues.
• Many Democratic politicians secretly agree with conservative positions but fear speaking out.
• Republicans have an opportunity to expand their coalition by championing common-sense values.

Source: The New York Post