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James Carville: “With no clear leader to voice our opposition and no control in any branch of government, it’s time for Democrats to…”

On the recordMarch 4, 2025
With no clear leader to voice our opposition and no control in any branch of government, it’s time for Democrats to embark on the most daring political maneuver in the history of our party: roll over and play dead.
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James Carville
Democratic · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Carville suggests Democrats should adopt a passive strategy against Trump.

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