Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville cautioned that the recent primary victory by self‑declared socialist candidates in New York City mayoral races may have damaging consequences for the broader Democratic Party.
In a televised discussion, Carville described the triumph of left-wing candidates—such as Tiffany Cabán in the Queens district and candidate Aaron Folden (Brooklyn)—as a troubling development. He argued that the surge may alienate moderate swing voters and be portrayed by Republicans as evidence of Democratic extremism.
Carville stressed that opposition messaging will likely hinge on painting the Democratic Party as too left‑leaning, which could pose risks in competitive elections.
Expressing his view on party strategy, Carville said Democrats must counter this trend by emphasizing unity and pragmatism. He suggested that party leaders should communicate an inclusive agenda that balances progressive ideals with actionable, broadly appealing policies.
Carville’s analysis comes ahead of several crucial 2025 races in suburban and swing‑state districts. He advised Democratic candidates to showcase centrist leadership and avoid letting socialist rhetoric dominate political narratives—warning that “if the narrative takes hold, they’re in trouble” in 2026 and beyond.
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