Straight forward question. If leftist hate the Democratic Party so much, why don’t they all come together and create their own party. Have their own primaries, campaigns, candidates, etc.

  • bravesentry@feddit.orgEnglish
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    2 years ago

    short answer: the u.s. have a winner takes all voting system. splitting the left/liberal would ensure victory for the right.

    • givesomefucks@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      2 years ago

      splitting the left/liberal would ensure victory for the right.

      Not really…

      The moderate wing voted against Obama, but it didn’t matter because non-voters turned out in greater numbers.

      The moderates can’t win without the left, but the left can win without moderates.