Democrats need to embrace inclusion over ideological conformity in order to win again

If Democrats want to win back Congress and the White House, we must reclaim what made our party a national force in the first place: our commitment to being a big tent.

For much of modern history, the Democratic Party has thrived by welcoming Americans from a wide range of backgrounds and beliefs. We didn’t require agreement on every issue to work together for a common cause—especially on topics like abortion or gun safety, where regional and cultural differences shaped the views of our candidates and voters alike.