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“Musk was involved. He was described as moving to Pennsylvania. And sometimes that doesn’t really mean much, but he was an active surrogate — and I mean, his checkbook was helpful. That wasn’t really the defining facet for me,” Fetterman remarked. “I was concerned that he’s going to have a lot of sway with a part of the demographic that the Democrats have to win, and we’ve struggled with.”
When pressed on which demographic he was referencing, Fetterman was direct. “Whether it’s the ‘bros,’ that negative term that perhaps even your publication uses, as a negative — it’s the bros, or, you know, males, blue-collar guys, just people,” he said.
Fetterman didn’t hold back when discussing the Democrats’ ongoing struggle to resonate with male voters. He criticized the party’s condescending attitude toward this demographic, labeling their approach as counterproductive.
“In 2016, I was doing an event with the steelworkers, across the street where I live, and I was noticing a different kind of energy with this, with Trump,” Fetterman explained. “It was clear at that time that people were voting for Trump. And the Democrats’ response was, ‘Aren’t they smart enough to realize they’re voting against their interests?’ And that’s insulting. And that’s, I mean, that’s, that’s just not helpful. It’s condescending. And if anything, that reinforces that kind of stereotype.”
He emphasized the importance of engaging male voters with respect rather than dismissing their concerns. “Have a conversation. Have a conversation with anyone that’s willing to have an honest conversation. That’s always been the rule, and that’s what I’m going to continue,” Fetterman said. He noted his own willingness to appear on conservative platforms such as Fox News and Newsmax, as well as his experience on The Joe Rogan Experience, which he described as cordial and productive.
The Harris-Walz campaign had hoped to bridge the gap with male voters by selecting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as the vice-presidential candidate. Walz, who touted his rural roots and background as a high school football coach, was expected to appeal to blue-collar men. However, his credibility quickly unraveled after a series of high-profile gaffes.
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Walz struggled to operate a firearm during a hunting trip and fumbled basic football terminology, undermining the image he sought to project. The campaign’s missteps only deepened skepticism among male voters, further highlighting the Democrats’ disconnect with this demographic.
Fetterman’s critique reflects a broader reckoning within the Democratic Party as they grapple with the reality of their waning influence among male voters. His advice is clear: stop talking down to voters and start listening.
As the party contemplates its path forward, Fetterman’s message serves as a stark warning. Without significant changes to their messaging and outreach, the Democrats risk alienating a key constituency that could make or break their electoral prospects.
