As Democrats look ahead to rebuilding and focus on elections in 2026 and 2028, party leadership has an urgent responsibility to regain footing with critical constituencies like working class voters and, in some cases, relearn how to communicate with critical voting blocs. On this score, the economy stands out.
President Donald Trump’s win was driven in part by his ability to connect with voters on economic issues. Democrats, meanwhile, faced skepticism about their capacity to deliver financial security, with only 45 percent of voters believing the Democratic Party was better equipped to manage the economy.
