How Democrats moved away from 'woke' themes in the midterm campaign

The Democratic Party is shifting its focus ahead of the midterm elections, moving away from social issues like LGBTQ+ rights to prioritize economic concerns. At a recent rally, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced criticism from a transgender student who felt marginalized by the party. Ocasio-Cortez expressed regret over the party's perceived abandonment of these issues. Analysts note that the party is now concentrating on 'kitchen table issues' such as inflation and housing costs, which overshadowed social topics during the 2024 election campaign. This strategic pivot follows lessons learned from the party's defeat, where social issues were weaponized against them.