Democrats Dying on the Most Desolate Hills

 The article discusses the concept of "the hill you choose to die on," which refers to strong commitment to a belief, even if it could lead to defeat. It argues that Democrats are picking the wrong issues to support as they prepare for the 2026 midterm elections.

1. Lack of Principles in Politics:

• Many politicians change their views based on popularity, voter polls, or financial support.

• Democrats, currently in the minority under President Trump, are choosing unusual issues to advocate for in hopes of regaining power.

2. Immigration Stance:

• Democrats are defending illegal immigrants, including those involved in crimes, while ignoring crime victims.

• Polls indicate that a majority of Americans support at least some deportations, especially of violent offenders.

3. Media Coverage:

• The media, often seen as supportive of the Democratic Party, focuses on certain stories like the deportation of illegal immigrants while neglecting serious crimes committed by them.

• Democrats, like Senator Chris Van Hollen, are criticized for supporting criminal illegal aliens instead of focusing on American citizens.

4. Democratic Decisions:

• The article highlights the disparity in Democratic support for illegal immigrants over American citizens' safety.

• Historical comparisons are made to how Democrats handled the deportation of a child versus their current defense of adult criminals.

5. Election Influence:

• Democrats are also seen as neglecting the issue of illegal voting, with a poll showing strong bipartisan support for preventing illegal aliens from voting.

6. Transgender Issues:

• A large majority of Americans oppose men participating in women's sports, contradicting the Democrats' stance on transgender rights.

• Democrats once advocated for women's rights but now seem to support policies that put women at a disadvantage.

7. Abortion Policies:

• The Democratic Party's support for unrestricted abortion is increasingly unpopular, as most Americans favor more restrictions.

8. Electric Vehicles and Environmental Policies:

• Democrats are noted for pushing electric vehicle initiatives, which face backlash from the public.

• Their positions on environmental issues are becoming less favorable among voters.

9. War and Spending:

• Democrats are committed to ongoing support for the Ukraine war and against government efficiency measures that aim to reduce wasteful spending.

• They are viewed as favoring tax increases, which conflicts with public desire for responsible fiscal policies.

10. Election Integrity:

• Many Americans favor measures for secure elections, including the use of paper ballots, yet Democrats oppose these changes.

11. Current Voter Concerns:

• Voter priorities reflect a preference for issues such as the economy, national security, and immigration, while climate change and transgender rights rank low.

12. Republican Strategy:

• The article advises Republicans to align with issues that resonate with voters and effectively challenge Democratic positions.

The Democrats are criticized for focusing on controversial and unpopular issues that could jeopardize their political future. The author suggests that if Democrats persist with these positions, they may face significant electoral consequences in the upcoming elections. Brian C. Joondeph concludes with a warning to Democrats about the potential fallout from their current strategies. 

https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2025/04/democrats_dying_on_the_most_desolate_hills.html