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Tim Walz Urges Democrats to Toughen Their Stance Against Trump

His remarks framed an emerging strategy anchored in aggressive pushback against Trump using bold economic proposals to win back the working class.

Los Angeles, CA - May 31: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at the Calif. Democratic convention at the Anaheim Convention Center on Saturday, May 31, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA. (Carlin Stiehl / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Walz urged at the South Carolina convention that Democrats should "be a little meaner" in confronting what he called Trump’s bullying and authoritarian tendencies.
  • At the California Democratic Party convention, Walz blamed Democrats for losing working-class support in 2024 and characterized last year's election result as a "primal scream" from alienated voters.
  • He argued that Democrats must deliver bold, transformative policies rather than incremental changes to demonstrate their commitment to improving everyday lives.
  • Senator Cory Booker reinforced the call for a return to core Democratic principles and collective action against what he described as "Trumpism."
  • Party leaders are now incorporating these messages into a broader strategy to refine economic messaging and prepare for the 2026 midterm elections.