They want to build something. They want to be successful. They want to do it themselves. And too often, Democratic messaging sounds like, “Democrats are helping you put food on the table.”
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Nobody aspires to just get by. That’s survival, not success. People want something to believe in. They want to win. To thrive.
jul 23, 2025, 1:03 am • 16 1 • view
This is the country that celebrates American exceptionalism and grit. I’m part of the generation that grew up watching MTV Cribs. We had Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous before that. It’s okay to dream!
jul 23, 2025, 1:03 am • 19 2 • view
Couldn’t agree more. What’s the plan? Do Americans want hand outs? No. Do they want high quality government services in exchange for their tax dollars? Absolutely. Do they want living wages from their billionaire employers? Yes. Do they want representatives that work for them and not donors? Yes.
jul 23, 2025, 1:16 am • 5 0 • view
And I still believe you should be able to succeed if you play by the rules, work hard, and build a life you’re proud of—without being a jerk about it, understanding that you were able to succeed because of the foundations of this country and ensuring that foundation continues to exist for everyone.
jul 23, 2025, 1:03 am • 92 8 • view
Genuinely begging you and all dems to stop saying “work hard and play by the rules”. My sister has long covid. She and other disabled people can’t “work hard”, and most of the rules suck. They still have the right to a good life. I hope you consider this. Cheering you on from Chicago!
jul 23, 2025, 1:24 am • 0 0 • view
@mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social and team, I hope you consider this!
jul 23, 2025, 12:44 pm • 0 0 • view
That’s why I’m showing up everywhere we can—brewery tours, podcasts, small-town events—not just to talk policy, but to get to know you person-to-person. Success, empathy and strength aren’t values at odds with each other. Let’s dream bigger and believe in a future where there’s a place for all of us
jul 23, 2025, 1:03 am • 81 4 • view
This is some very muddled messaging, in my opinion. I don’t understand why you’re focused on “success.” No one is against success. I don’t understand what is resonant about this and hope some other Michigan voters will chime in to enlighten me.
jul 23, 2025, 1:09 am • 3 0 • view
I don't want to put words in her mouth, but I read it that we should be less "democrats helped you get food/housing/medicine" and more "democrats leveled the playing field so that you could get ahead ...". Same stuff, different messaging.
jul 23, 2025, 1:29 am • 4 0 • view
Does that message resonate with you? Do you think it’s widely appealing? Genuinely asking.
jul 23, 2025, 1:36 am • 0 0 • view
I think it resonates when success is defined by having the opportunity (which many now lack even w/ hard work) to achieve the life you want. A chance to: Learn & get a job you like w/ fair wages & benefits Have a home where you want to live & maybe kids Enjoy some leisure Retire in health & dignity
jul 23, 2025, 12:26 pm • 0 0 • view
There's an interview where she disagrees w the idea that extreme wealth is a problem & says that democrats who say that are against 'success.' But, at the root of the reason why people are unable to get the things on your list is extreme income inequality and increasing concentration of wealth.
jul 23, 2025, 12:34 pm • 0 0 • view
In my view, it's important to be v explicit about how income inequality is the problem, which is v different from criticizing 'success.' Both Slotkin & McMorrow shy away from talking about oligarchy, which imo is a mistake. I want Dems to take on oligarchs, many of whom use their $ to be lawless
jul 23, 2025, 12:43 pm • 1 1 • view
Also, current events and many, many people seem to exemplify the exact opposite of American exceptionalism right now. So much about the last several years makes the idea of American exceptionalism seem like something that has always been a fantasy.
jul 23, 2025, 1:42 am • 1 0 • view
True. I think this a shock to a lot of people.
jul 23, 2025, 10:35 am • 0 0 • view
Meh, I guess? That said, I have poor political instincts - not something Sen McMorrow suffers from. Also, I don't think that message is meant for me. I think it's meant for the red regions.
jul 23, 2025, 10:33 am • 1 0 • view
That's fair. Thanks.
jul 23, 2025, 11:57 am • 0 0 • view