The Progressive movement, which makes up a significant portion of the party’s base, wants candidates who reflect their values and that doesn’t bode well for victory.
Democrats beware: Sanders ‘movement’ turns to midterms
With Democrats facing tough prospects in the midterm elections, will they also have to worry about primary challenges from their left flank? During his presidential campaign, Sen. Bernie Sanders never quite decided whether his “political revolution” could coexist with the Democratic Party or needed to overthrow it.
Is The Democratic Party Going Extinct?
Donald Trump’s populist victory has turned conventional political wisdom on its head. Going into the election, the media and the electorate largely believed Hillary Clinton would crush Trump and become the first woman president. But as the night of November 8 wore on, it became clear that Trump would edge Hillary out.