Democrats won big in the US midterms. Now, organizers want them to deliver
After Tuesday’s election, ‘everyone must have a Wednesday agenda,’ experts say
TL;DR
- Democrats achieved substantial victories in the midterms, flipping seats and taking control of the House and Senate.
- The wins are attributed to years of coalition building, local campaigns, and movement infrastructure development, fueled by voter anger over issues like the cost of living and immigration.
- Organizers aim to continue building power by diversifying tactics, making clear demands, pressuring elected officials, and strengthening community networks.
- Movements must adapt to 'smart repression' tactics used by authoritarian governments, focusing on mapping and influencing pillars of support like courts and businesses.
- Local resistance, such as the fight against datacenters and the 'ICE out' movement, has shown success through clear demands and community organizing.
- Sustained pressure on elected Democrats is crucial, with organizers planning continued advocacy for priorities like an arms embargo on Israel and Medicare for All.
- Election wins are viewed as the beginning of a longer process, not the endpoint, requiring ongoing engagement to ensure elected officials deliver on campaign promises.