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Democrats Anxious as Trump Rises, Polls Plummet

7/15/2025

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Democratic strategists are increasingly anxious about their party's waning popularity, with some even wishing for an economic downturn to regain momentum. As President Trump re-emerges, polls reveal troubling lows for Democrats. Critics like Mark Cuban and Rahm Emanuel urge a shift in focus towards addressing voter concerns instead of merely opposing Trump.

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Democratic strategists are increasingly anxious about their party's waning popularity, with some even wishing for an economic downturn to regain momentum. As President Trump re-emerges, polls reveal troubling lows for Democrats. Critics like Mark Cuban and Rahm Emanuel urge a shift in focus towards addressing voter concerns instead of merely opposing Trump.