Recognizing the political realities of today.

Progressives need to recognize the political realities of today.

Even though most of the President's and the Republican parties ideas do not enjoy the support of the American People and even though Democrats performed better in the elections than is acknowledged (There are fewer Republicans in Congress today, Democrats made great inroads in traditionally deep red districts, and Hillary Clinton won the popular vote by almost three million votes), Democrats and Progressives need to consistently go on all media outlets and have three to five bullet points of how they would move the country forward. One example would be this:

1) Rebuilding America and leading the way here, around the world and beyond in clean energy and exploration.
2) Medicare for all
3) Safe and Clean Streets in our neighborhoods.
4) Political and Campaign Reform with term limits and cutting off corporate contributions.
5) Ladders for Education Success with free college at community colleges and state universities in exchange for two years of national service to serve the community.

Democrats and Progressives may also be served well by publicly proposing alternatives to the health care, tax reform, and infrastructure.

Most informed citizens already know what Democrats and Progressives stand for. Unfortunately, that is not the majority of the country and there needs to be a greater outreach effort.