I think a lot of the mainstream Democratic people are OK with the status quo-- because they aren't actually living it. They get excellent healthcare; they get full pension coverage. They spend HALF their time dialing for dollars. And, oh yes, there's a lot of insider trading that goes on, enriching them.
Retirement from a position of power is, so I understand, a brutal adjustment. It's a sweeping change in your daily life. People you thought were friends no longer have time for you, because you can't do them any favors. There's no one to bring you your chewing gum at the snap of a finger, no one to carry your bags. You can't go on official junkets and stop by Paris on the way home.
And, you may think the nation cannot get on without you.
You have to be 25 or 30 to get into Congress. I think 72 would be a reasonable upper limit. A Bernie will be a Bernie wherever he is, and I'd risk losing him for not having the Feinsteins (90), Nortons (88), Grassleys (92), J. Lewises (80), and Don Youngs (88) staying on and on and on. Others like Grijalva (77), Connolly (75) and Sheila Jackson Lee (74) . died from cancer
There are competent young people around who have more at stake in our future than any 70-something.
One of my frustrations with the Democratic Party is receiving "Surveys" with very good questions but all ending with the one question "will you donate $5; $10; $25?" never an option "not today".
This tells me that they do not care about my response to the survey, they only care about my money!
I really wonder what other people mean when they say "take on the oligarchs". If it doesn't mean dismantling conglomerates, changing the rules for corporations (including the meaning of fiduciary duty!), taxing rent and capital gains, etc., then it's meaningless. It's those features that cause inequality, and we've let them do it over and over. Why? Do not believe the crap coming from conventional economists, bankers, etc.. Cut them out of the picture. Put working people and conscientious regulators in charge, support them with strong law.
What David says about younger challengers to incumbents is exactly what the TeaPartyers did to the Repub incumbents. I’m far distant from the Him Jordan’s on policy issues but there’s something to be learned here for the David Hogg challengers to analyze.
It's not a tragedy that Gerry Connolly died. It happens at some point for all of us. He died with the best care, with his family around him. That's Life!
David Hogg is certainly a bright light of the Democratic Party. Knowledgeable, savvy, with high ideals. Thank you for this engaging interview.
I think a lot of the mainstream Democratic people are OK with the status quo-- because they aren't actually living it. They get excellent healthcare; they get full pension coverage. They spend HALF their time dialing for dollars. And, oh yes, there's a lot of insider trading that goes on, enriching them.
Retirement from a position of power is, so I understand, a brutal adjustment. It's a sweeping change in your daily life. People you thought were friends no longer have time for you, because you can't do them any favors. There's no one to bring you your chewing gum at the snap of a finger, no one to carry your bags. You can't go on official junkets and stop by Paris on the way home.
And, you may think the nation cannot get on without you.
You have to be 25 or 30 to get into Congress. I think 72 would be a reasonable upper limit. A Bernie will be a Bernie wherever he is, and I'd risk losing him for not having the Feinsteins (90), Nortons (88), Grassleys (92), J. Lewises (80), and Don Youngs (88) staying on and on and on. Others like Grijalva (77), Connolly (75) and Sheila Jackson Lee (74) . died from cancer
There are competent young people around who have more at stake in our future than any 70-something.
One of my frustrations with the Democratic Party is receiving "Surveys" with very good questions but all ending with the one question "will you donate $5; $10; $25?" never an option "not today".
This tells me that they do not care about my response to the survey, they only care about my money!
David Hogg is so inspiring. I’m a monthly giver to his PAC. I’m so excited about 2026 primary season!
I really wonder what other people mean when they say "take on the oligarchs". If it doesn't mean dismantling conglomerates, changing the rules for corporations (including the meaning of fiduciary duty!), taxing rent and capital gains, etc., then it's meaningless. It's those features that cause inequality, and we've let them do it over and over. Why? Do not believe the crap coming from conventional economists, bankers, etc.. Cut them out of the picture. Put working people and conscientious regulators in charge, support them with strong law.
The unmotivated voter is the most powerful voter, yes that nails it.
Anand is spot on about the DNC leadership. It’s vapid and seems non existent. We need a strong voice and action now.
Great convo with David Hogg!
I also give monthly. I think I asked Anand to have him on in a previous comment. :) This was very inspiring. And I love the mentorship idea.
It’s not about ageism; it’s about dynamism—as you put it Anand. You can’t put Bernie in the same boat as Chuck Schumer.
What David says about younger challengers to incumbents is exactly what the TeaPartyers did to the Repub incumbents. I’m far distant from the Him Jordan’s on policy issues but there’s something to be learned here for the David Hogg challengers to analyze.
Mentorship!!!! Yes!!!!!
It's not a tragedy that Gerry Connolly died. It happens at some point for all of us. He died with the best care, with his family around him. That's Life!