In a stark critique at a recent DNC fundraiser, Lindy Li openly questioned the Democratic Party's direction and Vice President Kamala Harris's political future following significant electoral losses.
Fox News reported that Li's remarks reflect deep divisions within the party as they grapple with the reasons behind Harris's devastating electoral defeat. After November's brutal loss, many Democrats don't even want to hear Harris's name.
Li expressed strong doubts about the advisability of Vice President Kamala Harris considering future political roles, given the party's poor performance in the elections, particularly losing every swing state on November 5th.
Describing the defeat as a "resounding" one, Li articulated concerns that the Democratic Party has become disconnected from the American electorate's core concerns, particularly criticizing the focus on cultural issues which she believes alienates many voters.
"This is not what America wants. November 5th was a decisive defeat for the Democratic Party. She lost every single swing state. It wasn't a squeaker like it was in 2016," Li explained in a statement illustrating the finality of the November election.
Li continued saying, "This was a resounding defeat and, right now, Kamala Harris is indulging in delusions of running for governor of California, possibly in 2026, or even president again in 2028. America has said, 'We don't want to be coconut-pilled. We do not want Kamala Harris. We don't want failed border policies,'" Li stated emphatically.
While Li's criticisms were stark, not all within the party shared her perspective. DNC Executive Board member Yvette Lewis has voiced full support for Harris, emphasizing backing for whatever decisions Harris makes going forward.
However, Li claimed her outspoken nature has led to a significant loss of followers and ostracization within the party.
"I lost tens of thousands of followers because I dared to tell the truth. Because in a cult, you can't tell the truth. You can't ask any questions, but I'm done with that," she remarked.
Li also criticized the Democratic Party's focus on what she termed as "ridiculous culture wars," specifically issues around gender and sports.
"I'm probably going to get canceled again for what I am about to say — men are men and women are women, and it's an issue when men are trouncing women in women's sports. This should not be a controversial take. This is common sense, and the American people understand that the Democratic Party, they exist in their ivory towers that are so far removed from reality, and these ridiculous [culture] wars are not what Americans care about," she added.
Despite the internal criticisms, sources close to Harris suggest her voice will continue to be significant in political discussions.
"There will be a desire to hear her voice, and there won’t be a vacuum for long," a confidant noted.
Moreover, a former Harris campaign aide suggested that the Vice President should take her time deciding on her future political path, possibly by establishing an entity to facilitate traveling and maintaining political relationships.
As the Democratic Party reassesses its strategies post-2024 elections, how it responds to these internal criticisms and adapts its approach may define its trajectory in upcoming election cycles.
