In the aftermath of the 2024 election, Democrats are scratching their heads, frantically trying to figure out why they lost so badly to Donald Trump. They’re investing in a new initiative dubbed “Speaking with American Men,” a $20 million attempt to connect with young male voters. Apparently, they believe dissecting the way young men communicate online will provide the magical key to their voting hearts. It’s almost as if they think they’re embarking on an anthropological expedition, eager to crack the code of a secret society.
But here’s the kicker: the Democrats seem to think they’ll win these young men over by mimicking their language and slang. It’s almost endearing how they believe this will work, but adopting the vernacular doesn’t establish authenticity. Just ask every youth pastor who’s ever tried to be “hip” with teenagers. The truth is, young men value genuine people who stand by their principles, not those who merely ape their words.
The Democrats also propose ditching their moralizing tone. Now, to be clear, young men aren’t averse to morals. They have a problem with being labeled as part of a “toxic masculinity” crowd, constantly accused of falling short of modern progressive ideals. The issue here isn’t with moral values themselves; it’s with the brand of morality being pushed. Young men don’t take kindly to preaching that belittles them and disregards what it means to be authentically male.
Turning the focus back to Donald Trump, one cannot ignore his resounding success with this demographic. He resonates with young men not only because he is authentic and candid but also because he shares their values. They agree with his stances on national sovereignty and law and order, aspects that are decidedly unappealing to today’s Democratic ideologies. This is where the Democrats falter – they focus too much on presentation and not enough on substance.
The Democrats’ miscalculation lies in their assumption that altering their surface-level communication will bridge the gap with young men. However, until they address the core issues at the heart of their policies, they remain out of touch with this voter base. It’s not a matter of changing the script; it’s about understanding and respecting the values that these young men deem essential. Until then, their $20 million plan might as well go toward another round of luxury hotel strategy sessions.
