Gutfeld: Do Dems realize they’ve done this?

On a recent episode of Gutfeld!, Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and his panel delved into an issue that has been growing in political discourse: the Democratic Party’s relationship with working-class voters. Gutfeld, known for his direct and often provocative commentary, posed a question that many political analysts have been asking: “Do Democrats realize they’ve done this?”

The question wasn’t just rhetorical—it was a challenge. Gutfeld and his panel argued that the Democratic Party, once seen as the champion of working-class Americans, has gradually turned its back on these voters. The shift, they suggest, has been happening over time, driven by a focus on issues that don’t resonate with the everyday struggles of the working class. Instead, the party has become more aligned with elite interests, leaving behind the very demographic that helped build its base.

Gutfeld pointed to several key factors that have contributed to this shift. One of the most notable is the increasing emphasis on identity politics and social justice issues, which, while important, have often overshadowed economic concerns that directly impact working-class Americans. The rise of cultural debates surrounding race, gender, and privilege has, according to Gutfeld, alienated the blue-collar voters who once found a voice within the Democratic Party.

Moreover, Gutfeld and his guests highlighted how the party’s policies—such as climate change legislation and progressive taxation—have at times been perceived as out of touch with the needs of working people. These policies, they argued, are often seen as prioritizing the environment or higher taxes on the wealthy over the bread-and-butter issues that matter to the working class, like job security, wages, and healthcare.

In his usual sarcastic tone, Gutfeld remarked, “The Democrats seem to think that their base is made up of people who want to have endless debates on campus about privilege and microaggressions, not folks who are worried about losing their job or not being able to afford healthcare.” He added that the party’s detachment from these concerns could be costing them in upcoming elections.

The panel also discussed how the Democratic Party’s focus on urban elites has created a divide between the party and rural or industrial America. While large cities tend to lean more liberal, many working-class voters in smaller towns and rust-belt states feel abandoned by the party’s increasingly urban-centric policies. Gutfeld suggested that this disconnect has allowed Republican candidates, particularly former President Donald Trump, to gain significant traction among working-class voters who feel that the Democrats have left them behind.

Despite the growing frustration within the working class, Gutfeld remains critical of the Republican Party as well, claiming that while they may have seized on the dissatisfaction of these voters, they have not done enough to address the underlying issues. “It’s easy to throw stones,” he said, “but if you’re not offering real solutions, you’re no better.”

The conversation on Gutfeld! underscores a critical point in American politics: the changing landscape of party affiliation. As both major political parties continue to evolve, the question remains—who truly represents the working class? For Gutfeld, it’s not about which party holds power; it’s about whether they are truly addressing the needs of the people who have long been the backbone of American society.

As the political world watches these shifts unfold, Gutfeld’s assertion that Democrats may be turning their back on the working class raises an important question for future elections: Can the Democratic Party reclaim its traditional base, or will the disillusioned voters continue to look elsewhere?