Democratic Party moving towards the center for the 2028 presidential bid

SOURCE www.politico.com
Potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates are moving towards the center to counter a leftward shift on social issues that some believe cost them the 2024 election. Moderate Democrats are gaining support and distancing themselves from extreme positions on topics like transgender participation in sports and woke terminology.

Key Points

  • Recognizing the need to appeal to a wider base of voters
  • Embracing more moderate positions on social issues
  • Consultants and strategists backing the move towards the center

Pros

  • Candidates recognizing the need to appeal to a broader audience by moderating their stances
  • Consultants and strategists supporting the shift towards the center
  • Focus on economic opportunity and prosperity gaining importance

Cons

  • Facing criticism from progressive allies for distancing from certain social issues
  • Risk of alienating the party's left flank
  • Potential backlash from certain minority groups