In the latest episode of the Democratic Party’s ongoing comedy of errors, David Hogg, one-time hopeful for the vice chair of the DNC, found himself ceremoniously booted out. The decision, made by an overwhelming 13-2 vote, with 3 abstentions, is causing some to scratch their heads. The timing coincides with procedural challenges and Hogg’s plans to primary Democrats, which may have stirred internal backlash within the party.
David Hogg’s proposal was simple: maybe, just maybe, the Democratic Party should ease up on the judgmental lectures and try not to ostracize half the population. His viewpoint—that young men are looking for candidates who don’t make them feel like they’re treading on eggshells—is painfully obvious to most. Yet, the Democrats’ response was swift: exile. In this age of cancel culture, it seems a friendly suggestion is enough to get you booted from the progress club.
Hogg’s musings touched on something valid, that modern young men desire something beyond mere escapades—like success, respect, and companionship. Surely, this appeals to a broader scope of men than many in politics realize. These are not novel concepts, but they might as well be revolutionary according to some in the Democratic elite. It’s a startling realization for them that young men might want more than just to have fun, which might explain why they seem to alienate this group continuously.
The way Hogg was dismissed seems symptomatic of a larger issue within the Democratic Party—a tendency to cast out anyone who dares to challenge the status quo. Hogg pointed out that Democrats have become the new “judgmental police,” a role reversal from the past. The problem, however, isn’t just judgmentality; it’s the misguided judgments they make. The left castigates normal, healthy behaviors while championing distorted lifestyle choices. This is not the way to win over the hearts and minds of young American men.
The situation is made all the more ironic by Hogg being part of the very system he criticizes. The Democrats claim they want to fix what’s wrong, yet they struggle to understand or communicate with a core part of the electorate. Until they can relate to the everyday concerns of young men—like the quest for a stable life and family—their attempts to appeal will fall flat. In today’s world, profoundly disconnected and tone-deaf pitches won’t overflow the ballot boxes. And until the Democrats figure it out, the sound of one hand clapping will continue to echo in their echo chamber.
