On Friday, the co-hosts of ABC's "The View" engaged in a spirited debate regarding the Democratic Party's strategy following their loss of male voters.
The conversation highlighted the party's ongoing struggle to recalibrate its approach after a significant defeat in November. A report from The New York Times revealed that Democrats are investing $20 million in a study titled "Speaking with American Men: A Strategic Plan." This initiative aims to analyze the language and content that resonate with male voters.
According to Fox News, Joy Behar, one of the co-hosts, dismissed the study as frivolous, stating, "20 million bucks just to talk to boys." She further criticized the expenditure, suggesting, "Maybe these guys should spend their money on teaching men to not be such sexists," a remark that was met with applause from the audience. However, co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin countered Behar's perspective by pointing out that President Trump has outperformed his Republican predecessors across various demographics, including race and gender.
Behar attributed Trump's success to his opponent being a woman, to which Griffin responded, "You think Democrats that were with Biden in 2020 left to be with Trump because theyre sexist?" Behar remained skeptical, saying, "I dont know the reason, but its very suspicious." The discussion further delved into the notion that Democrats have alienated male voters, with Griffin critiquing the party's approach of hiring analysts to dissect male communication. She argued that figures like Joe Rogan and Theo Von gained popularity due to their authenticity, a quality she believes the Democrats lack.
Griffin also noted that Democrats once had the support of Joe Rogan, a prominent figure who initially backed Bernie Sanders, but lost him due to their policies. She emphasized the importance of allowing men to discuss their challenges without facing accusations of sexism. Co-host Sara Haines added that both President Trump and the so-called "manosphere" appeal to men by affirming their value. She remarked, "What drove people to this manosphere was people were saying, Its okay to be a man, you have value." Haines suggested that discussions around "toxic masculinity" have sometimes been misinterpreted, leading to the perception that men are inherently problematic.
The debate on "The View" underscores the broader challenge facing the Democratic Party as it seeks to reconnect with male voters. The party's efforts to address this demographic shift will likely continue to be a topic of discussion and analysis in the coming months.
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