David Hogg, a prominent activist and organizer, recently told WIRED senior politics editor Leah Feiger that the Democratic establishment needs to take notice of the changing face of the party: if it doesn't reform, its members will be voted out. According to Hogg, those who are too entrenched in their positions are "going to get the message or they're going to get voted out." He believes that middle-of-the-road Democrats and corporate-backed politicians will be increasingly unpopular as younger generations take center stage.
Hogg pointed out that establishment Democrats like Chuck Schumer often misunderstand what's coming for the party. Instead of seeing a Democratic Tea Party, he thinks it's more likely that boomers in Congress are going to become increasingly disillusioned with their peers. "You know why I say that?" Hogg asked. "It's because the people that are marching by the millions right now in the No Kings Day protests are not young people. They are people of Chuck Schumer's generation that are extremely pissed off with him."
Hogg emphasizes that he's not opposed to some boomers, but rather the entrenched leadership and old guard politics in Washington. He wants to see a shift towards younger officials who can genuinely represent their constituents without special interests influencing them.
When asked about his detractors, both on the left and right, Hogg acknowledged the risks of being an outspoken activist but made it clear that he'll continue fighting for change: "I just want to make sure that no matter what happens to me, even if I am killed doing this... these candidates are still out there doing the work." Hogg's focus is on creating a Democratic Party that truly represents its base of younger voters and can tackle issues like gun safety and corporate influence.
Ultimately, Hogg sees a future where Democratic candidates must navigate ruthlessly competitive primaries, where voters have more control over their representatives. He'd love to see someone like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez run for president in 2028, but for now, he's pushing for the fundamental reforms that will keep the party on track.
The push for change from Hogg and his group, Leaders We Deserve, highlights a deeper struggle within the Democratic Party. The question remains: will establishment Democrats take notice of these warnings or risk being voted out by their own base?
Hogg pointed out that establishment Democrats like Chuck Schumer often misunderstand what's coming for the party. Instead of seeing a Democratic Tea Party, he thinks it's more likely that boomers in Congress are going to become increasingly disillusioned with their peers. "You know why I say that?" Hogg asked. "It's because the people that are marching by the millions right now in the No Kings Day protests are not young people. They are people of Chuck Schumer's generation that are extremely pissed off with him."
Hogg emphasizes that he's not opposed to some boomers, but rather the entrenched leadership and old guard politics in Washington. He wants to see a shift towards younger officials who can genuinely represent their constituents without special interests influencing them.
When asked about his detractors, both on the left and right, Hogg acknowledged the risks of being an outspoken activist but made it clear that he'll continue fighting for change: "I just want to make sure that no matter what happens to me, even if I am killed doing this... these candidates are still out there doing the work." Hogg's focus is on creating a Democratic Party that truly represents its base of younger voters and can tackle issues like gun safety and corporate influence.
Ultimately, Hogg sees a future where Democratic candidates must navigate ruthlessly competitive primaries, where voters have more control over their representatives. He'd love to see someone like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez run for president in 2028, but for now, he's pushing for the fundamental reforms that will keep the party on track.
The push for change from Hogg and his group, Leaders We Deserve, highlights a deeper struggle within the Democratic Party. The question remains: will establishment Democrats take notice of these warnings or risk being voted out by their own base?
, I mean some of them might just wanna stick with the status quo and have their cake and eat it too... but at the same time, those who don't adapt are gonna get left behind, and I think that's a good thing! 
But what if Chuck Schumer doesn't realize how much his own generation is fed up with him? 
Like, wouldn't it be ironic if boomers were the ones leading the charge against their younger counterparts? 
It's like, David Hogg makes some valid points about the old guard in Washington, but what's gonna happen when the baby boomers retire and the millennials take over? 
Will there just be a bunch of young people trying to figure out how to fix the same problems they inherited? 
. It's like they're saying, "Hey, we've been stuck in this same old way for too long and it's time for a change!"
. And yeah, it's crazy how ruthless the primaries are becoming 
Either way, I think Hogg's on point about needing reform and representation for the youngins'. It's time for some new blood in Washington... 
... it's like they're ignoring the fact that younger people are TOTALLY speaking up and voting with their feet 
. I mean, David Hogg is right on point - if you're not willing to listen to your constituents, especially the ones who voted for you in the first place, then you're just going to get left behind 
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. And honestly, I think that's what we need - someone who can genuinely speak to the concerns of regular people, not just special interests 
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. David Hogg's words are spot on - if the Dem party doesn't adapt, it'll be obsolete. I mean, come on, who wants to vote for someone who just reps the same old special interests as their predecessors? Not me, that's for sure 
. David Hogg is speaking TRUTH to power and I couldn't be more here for it 
. It's like, can you blame him for wanting change after all the BS we've seen from politicians who are more concerned with their own careers than actually representing us 
. It's about creating a party that actually REPRESENTS its base 
. It's time for a shift in power, and if that means some old guard politicians get voted out, so be it 
. As Hogg said, "even if I am killed doing this... these candidates are still out there doing the work" 
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. It's so true that the old guard in Congress is stuck in the past, and it's time for a change 
. I mean, who doesn't want to see younger, more relatable leaders taking over instead of just corporate-backed politicians? 
The thing is, though, we need to support people like Hogg, who are willing to speak truth to power and fight for what's right 
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. It's time for the Democratic Party to listen to its base and make some real changes 
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. It's time for a change and Hogg is pushing for it 
. That'd be a game-changer for the party 
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. The Democratic Party needs to adapt and listen to its younger members if it wants to stay relevant 
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. I'm cautiously optimistic that Hogg's message will resonate with younger voters who are increasingly disillusioned with the status quo 
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. I love AOC's spirit and I think she'd kill it in 2028 
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. I mean, the No Kings Day protests are already gaining traction, and it's mostly older folks who are making some noise about it 
. Not just some stuff they learn from talking to their aides or special interest groups, but actual people who care about the issues we care about too 
. And yeah, I'm all for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez running for president in 2028 
. Will the establishment Democrats listen and make some changes, or are they just gonna stick their heads in the sand 
? Only time will tell, but I'm rooting for those who are pushing for reform 
They're not just about social justice; they're also about holding the old guard accountable 
. David Hogg's right - if Democrats don't adapt, they'll get left behind 
. And let's be real, some of these boomers in Congress are straight-up out of touch 
. The median age in the House is like 58... when was the last time you saw a bill written by someone under 30? 
but seriously, these reforms need to happen ASAP. if the party doesn't get its act together, they'll be toast. no question. 
because if he doesn't, the millennial/Gen Z voters are taking over and it won't be pretty 
but let's get real, we need some fundamental changes in the party first 