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In reply to the discussion: Bernie Sanders: Its a tragic mistake to dismiss anti-establishment voters as deplorable [View all]think
(11,641 posts)in areas of the country where we did not fare well. His aim is bringing back swing voters. Independents are a growing part of the American landscape.
So it makes sense to try and find common ground on issues as the Democrats have the better solutions. If the Democratic message can reach those people they will probably vote for Democrats again.
From that stand point finding a way to communicate the Democratic message is better served with less contention towards the other side.
The message is aimed more at Trump supporters AND for others in the media and Democratic party who may still be using divisive language that keeps the divisions hard to bridge than just individuals. But it still is better to stick to issues rather than taking a confrontational tone with an adversary if any progress is hoped to be achieved...