A Democratic congressman from New York recently pointed fingers at progressives for President-elect Trump's victory, suggesting that far-left causes have disenfranchised certain voters. Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., expressed his concerns in a post on social media, highlighting issues such as pro-Palestinian protests and the movement to defend police as factors that have alienated minority voters.
Torres emphasized that the Democratic Party has lost significant support from Latinos, Blacks, Asians, and Jews due to what he described as 'absurdities' promoted by the far left, including slogans like 'Defund the Police' and 'From the River to the Sea.' He criticized the party's alignment with far-left ideologies prevalent on platforms like Twitter, Twitch, and TikTok, suggesting that these views do not resonate with the working class.
The congressman's remarks followed the release of initial 2024 election results, which revealed a decline in Vice President Harris's favorability among Latino and Hispanic voters compared to President Biden's support in 2020. While Biden secured 63% of Latino support in the previous election, Harris only received 54% this year.
Furthermore, the data indicated an increase in support for Trump among Latino and Hispanic voters, rising from 35% in 2020 to 41% in 2024. These shifts in voter preferences have raised concerns within the Democratic Party about the impact of progressive messaging on key demographics.
Torres's critique underscores the ongoing debate within the party regarding the effectiveness of far-left policies and rhetoric in attracting and retaining diverse voter groups. As Democrats navigate these challenges, the congressman's comments serve as a reminder of the complexities involved in appealing to a broad spectrum of voters while maintaining party unity and ideological coherence.
