The Race the Democrats Need to Run Now

A brief look back at the chaos of Donald Trump's White House five years ago reveals a series of events that highlight the state of the nation. In Aug, a tragic shooting took place in El Paso, TX, where a white supremacist killed 23 people. Trump's visit to the hospital, where he posed for a photo op with a baby whose parents were killed in the attack, drew criticism. In a farcical move, Trump expressed interest in buying Greenland, which was met with mockery and indignation. Trump's tweet ordering American companies to find alternatives to China caused market instability. The Democratic Party is analyzed, with questions raised about its leadership and institutional robustness. The party is seen as a collective enterprise, but power is held cautiously by party elders and individual elected Democrats. Donors, the media, and issue groups also exert influence, but none can effectively broker collective action. Despite voter dissatisfaction, the two-party system continues to dominate due to the limitations of single-winner elections. The commitment to democracy and liberal values remains a challenge.