Julian Epstein, who once served as the chief counsel for the Democratic House Judiciary Committee, expressed on “Fox News Live” that the declining popularity of Democratic politicians stems from their persistent focus on “welfare state and identity politics.”

Epstein noted, “The statistics are unfavorable. Nationally, the generic approval ratings for the midterms are concerning. The approval ratings for congressional Democrats and the party overall are not promising. This is because, as we’ve often discussed, Democrats continue to follow the same path. They believe that welfare state measures and identity politics are solutions to all issues. However, that’s not aligned with the electorate’s interests. Until they shift away from this approach, their fundraising and approval ratings will remain significantly below expectations.”

He continued, “A substantial 70% of American voters identify as moderate or conservative, while progressives likely make up only 10 to 20% of the electorate. Despite this, progressives have significantly influenced the Democratic Party. The belief in welfare state solutions and identity politics is central to progressive ideology. Democrats have a significant opportunity if centrists can take charge, especially in areas like healthcare, where there is considerable concern about affordability and insufficient competition. The current welfare state model, exemplified by Obamacare, is failing to manage costs effectively. The same situation exists in housing, where there is a chance for centrists to lead by advocating for a deregulatory approach that could boost housing production and reduce costs. Instead, Democrats tend to revert to welfare state policies, excessive spending, and regulatory frameworks, which do not resonate with voters’ needs.”

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