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The Ben Ferguson Podcast

The Rise of Socialism/Communism-The Democrat Party at a Crossroads

The Ben Ferguson Podcast

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Politics, News, News Commentary

4.94.7K Ratings

🗓️ 5 May 2025

⏱️ 39 minutes

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Summary

  1. Leadership Changes:

    • Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, a high-ranking Democrat, announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending a Congressional career of over four decades.
    • This decision is seen as part of a broader revolt within the party, with many leaders facing criticism and declining approval ratings.
  2. Public Opinion:

    • Confidence in Democratic leaders' handling of the economy has plummeted, with approval ratings dropping from 80% to 39%.
    • Chuck Schumer, the Senate Democratic leader, has seen his favorability among New York Democrats fall from 73% to 52%.
  3. Shift in Ideology:

    • The document suggests that the Democratic Party is moving away from traditional Democratic values towards socialism and communism.
    • Figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and Bernie Sanders are highlighted as leading this ideological shift.
  4. Criticism of Current Leaders:

    • Long-standing leaders like Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer are criticized for enriching themselves and their friends, leading to dissatisfaction within the party.
    • The document argues that the party is replacing these leaders with more radical figures.
  5. Future of the Party:

    • The document speculates that the Democratic Party may be undergoing a transformation, potentially rebranding itself as a socialist or communist party.
    • This shift is seen as a response to internal dissatisfaction and a desire for a new direction.
  6. External Influences:

    • The role of activist judges in blocking aspects of Donald Trump's agenda is discussed, highlighting the legal battles between the courts and the administration.
    • The document mentions several court rulings that have impeded Trump's policies on immigration, voting, and education.
  7. Media and Public Perception:

    • The media's portrayal of the Democratic Party's turmoil is examined, with CNN describing the situation as chaotic and a revolt.
    • The document suggests that this media narrative may be part of a broader strategy to reshape the party's image.
  8. Commercial Breaks:

    • The document includes advertisements for Patriot Mobile, a conservative wireless provider, emphasizing its support for conservative causes.

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0:00.0

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0:05.8

There is a major revolt happening right now within the Democratic Party, and we are now

0:11.5

witnessing several different members of the Democratic leadership who are saying, we're out.

0:18.3

Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, he is the Senate second ranking Democrat.

0:23.9

He announced that he will not seek re-election in 26, concluding a congressional career spanning

0:30.3

over four decades. Now, why is this happening right now? Well, the way that CNN described it,

0:36.7

and again, this is CNN. They said

0:39.4

that it's total chaos within the Democratic Party, and the American people are saying, we don't

0:43.7

like what you're doing. Here is CNN in their own words about what's happening in the Democratic

0:49.4

Party. Yeah, this, I think, is a revolt. A revolt that is going on within the Democratic Party right now, Democrats and their leaders. I mean, take a look nationally. Hello, Democrats on Dem leaders in Congress. The belief that they will do the right thing when it comes to the economy. Last year at this time, 80% believe that the Democratic leaders in Congress would do the right thing when it comes to the economy. Keep in mind this is Democrats. Look at where we are now. That number has been slashed in half to just 39%. Holy Toledo. That is the lowest number by far in Gallup polling.

1:21.6

The lowest previous was just 60%, which is 21 points higher than this. Democrats hate, hate, hate, hate what their

1:30.4

congressional leaders in Washington are doing right now on the key issue of the day. The economy

1:34.9

and their confidence has fallen through the floor, Mr. Berman. All right, Chuck Schumer, is the Senate

1:39.4

Democratic leader right now? How are feelings about him, particularly in New York?

1:43.7

Yeah, let's go to the

1:44.7

state of New York. It's what's always on my mind, right? We're in the state of New York right now.

1:49.6

New York Democrats on Chuck Schuettmer view him favorably. In December of 2024, that was just a few

1:55.5

months ago. It was 73%. Look at where that number is fallen to in just a few months. It is now down to just 52%.

2:02.6

That is the lowest I could ever find in Seattle College on how Democrats in Chuck Schumer's home state view him.

2:09.6

And keep in mind, if you're thinking about a primary challenge, it would be a few years away.

2:12.6

But Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's favorable rating among Democrats is considerably higher in the 60s,

2:18.4

so he is doing quite poorly in his own home state of New York.

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