Katie Couric, the former host of *Today*, recently shared her concerns about the Democratic Party’s disconnect with working-class voters.
On a recent episode of her podcast, *Hysteria*, Couric spoke with former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Alyssa Mastromonaco, expressing worry that Democrats might be losing touch with a key voting bloc.
Couric’s concerns echo back to the 2016 election when Hillary Clinton’s controversial remark about “a basket of deplorables” is often seen as a misstep that helped Donald Trump secure a surprising victory.
Couric, a staunch liberal, fears history could repeat itself if Democrats don’t make a concerted effort to reconnect with working-class voters.
A Call for Greater Connection
Couric told Mastromonaco, “The Democrats have kind of lost the working class.”
She reminisced about times when the party had a stronger connection with blue-collar workers.
She noted how figures like Teamsters boss Sean O’Brien, who made headlines by speaking at the Republican National Convention, have highlighted the perceived disconnect between the working class and the Democratic Party.
O’Brien’s speech at the RNC, where he criticized major corporations and government bodies, was a significant moment.
He voiced frustration over what he sees as a broken system and suggested that Trump’s willingness to listen to unconventional voices could resonate with disaffected voters.
Couric sees this as a sign that the tides might be shifting and urges Democrats not to neglect this crucial voter segment.
The Need for Genuine Outreach
Couric’s advice to the Democrats is clear: they must show genuine concern for the issues faced by blue-collar workers.
She suggested that Vice President Kamala Harris and others should engage more directly with everyday workers and demonstrate a real understanding of their struggles.
“I just want to see her with a welding hat on, working with regular Joes,” Couric remarked, emphasizing the need for authentic connection.
Criticism of Current Democratic Strategies
In their conversation, Mastromonaco defended the recent use of the term “weird” by Democrats to criticize Republicans.
Couric, however, was not impressed and argued that the party should focus more on addressing the needs of non-college-educated white voters who feel left out.
She believes that Democrats need to move beyond social media trends and engage more meaningfully with these voters.
Couric’s Previous Comments and Current Reflections
Earlier this year, Couric had also expressed similar concerns on another podcast with Bill Maher, discussing socio-economic disparities and anti-establishment sentiments driving Trump supporters.
Her latest comments suggest she has been reflecting more deeply on these issues and expanding on her earlier observations.
As the election approaches with Kamala Harris potentially as the Democratic nominee, Couric’s remarks underline the importance of not repeating past mistakes.
With the election only 96 days away, the pressure is on for Democrats to reassess their strategy and reconnect with the working-class electorate.
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