Progressives also make no bones about going after Republicans and anyone who disagrees with their radicalism. Earlier this week, Warren targeted opponents Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg; the 2020 Democrat essentially professed that working with Republicans is a waste of time.
In her own words:
“Unlike some candidates for the Democratic nomination, I’m not betting my agenda on the naive hope that if Democrats adopt Republican critiques of progressive policies or make vague calls for unity, that somehow the wealthy and well-connected will stand down. I’m not counting on Republican politicians having an epiphany and suddenly supporting the kinds of tax increases on the rich or big business accountability they have opposed under Democratic presidents for a generation.”
This earned her censure from Biden who stated that Warren would rule via executive order as president; Buttigieg subsequently issued a statement, saying that Warren’s remarks contribute to divisiveness in America.
The Irony of Extreme, Left-Wing Talking Points
Warren and Sanders are great for primary elections when they only have to speak to Democrat voters. However, general elections entail reaching across the aisle, something which progressives continue to demean and belittle. This hurts the Democrat Party and makes them weaker.
