Thank you for this. Definitely food for thought. One concern I have is that Democratic party leadership seems entrenched and rather resistant to new ideas -- especially if those new ideas might lessen their own personal power in the future.
Maybe, but I worry about the reaction to new voices like David Hogg's ouster from the Democratic Vice Chair position, and the Democratic leadership's panic over Mamdani's nomination for NYC mayor. Also, did you see Daily Show Jon Stewart's scathing comments on Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries' attempts to strike terror into the hearts of Republicans over the Big [Bad] Bill:
Great piece again. Slight disagreement. We almost always outspend them now. Unfortunately money doesn't seem to matter (at least the ways we spend it).
I really appreciated your thoughts in this piece and was especially excited to see your openness to collaboration. A few of us out here are working on grassroots messaging, trying to connect with people in meaningful, localized ways. I focus on Alabama, even when addressing national issues, and I’m always looking to engage in ways that resonate with folks on the ground.
If you're building a space for collaboration, I'd love to be part of it. It would be incredibly valuable to exchange ideas about what’s working, what’s not, and how to build momentum and grow. Do you have a preferred way for people to reach out? Thanks for all you're doing, and for inviting others to join in.
Spot on. Some of the best minds in political communication like Will are all starting to say it. Listen to the recent POD Save America podcast with Mark Cuban which is super insightful on Democratic communication. We now just need the Democrats
biggest donors to force the party to adapt, to learn, to listen and stay frosty on egos.
Will, this is Todd Marciniak, Mark Sump’s friend. I left you a message on facebook Messenger r/t Mark Sump that is VERY IMPORTANT!!!! He’s using you for money!!!!
Thank you for this. Definitely food for thought. One concern I have is that Democratic party leadership seems entrenched and rather resistant to new ideas -- especially if those new ideas might lessen their own personal power in the future.
My first mentor kept on telling me that we are the leaders we are waiting for!
Maybe, but I worry about the reaction to new voices like David Hogg's ouster from the Democratic Vice Chair position, and the Democratic leadership's panic over Mamdani's nomination for NYC mayor. Also, did you see Daily Show Jon Stewart's scathing comments on Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries' attempts to strike terror into the hearts of Republicans over the Big [Bad] Bill:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=635030849601332
Love this — especially the emphasis on understanding your audience at an emotional level — the topic of a memo I’ve been working on.
emotionally resonant
emotionally resonant
emotionally resonant
Short video interviews
With local voters in districts to address their concerns.
There are two ways to communicate.
Dry and wet
Dry policy gets brushed off
Wet emotions
(pictures and videos with dialog) soak
Then the dry sticks
Simple.
Great piece again. Slight disagreement. We almost always outspend them now. Unfortunately money doesn't seem to matter (at least the ways we spend it).
Taken. I hope we can continue to outspend them - but whether we do or not we need to spend our money smarter and strategically.
I really appreciated your thoughts in this piece and was especially excited to see your openness to collaboration. A few of us out here are working on grassroots messaging, trying to connect with people in meaningful, localized ways. I focus on Alabama, even when addressing national issues, and I’m always looking to engage in ways that resonate with folks on the ground.
If you're building a space for collaboration, I'd love to be part of it. It would be incredibly valuable to exchange ideas about what’s working, what’s not, and how to build momentum and grow. Do you have a preferred way for people to reach out? Thanks for all you're doing, and for inviting others to join in.
Spot on. Some of the best minds in political communication like Will are all starting to say it. Listen to the recent POD Save America podcast with Mark Cuban which is super insightful on Democratic communication. We now just need the Democrats
biggest donors to force the party to adapt, to learn, to listen and stay frosty on egos.
Great article and wholeheartedly agree.
Thank you, Will!
Will, this is Todd Marciniak, Mark Sump’s friend. I left you a message on facebook Messenger r/t Mark Sump that is VERY IMPORTANT!!!! He’s using you for money!!!!