Yemisi Egbewole

Opinion October 31

Democrats torn between progressive fire and centrist caution as November elections loom

Zohran Mamdani's progressive rise contrasts with centrist Democrats Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger facing campaign challenges in key races.

Opinion September 2

Democrats are making a critical mistake — and voters are letting them know

The Democratic Party should move away from protest-focused politics towards coalition building after losing 4.5 million voters between 2020 and 2024.

Opinion August 11

DC Democrats risk losing public trust by dodging youth crime crisis Trump is addressing

Democrats must address D.C.'s rising juvenile crime honestly rather than avoiding the issue, as federal overreach from Donald Trump threatens local autonomy.

Opinion July 21

I’m one of the voters Democrats need to win. 2028 is their only chance to regain our trust

Young voters' satisfaction with Democrats declines as the party struggles with affordability issues, creating opportunity for authentic leadership in the 2028 presidential race

Opinion June 29

The Cuomo comeback crashed. Young voters came in like a wrecking ball

Zohran Mamdani's victory over Cuomo in NYC's mayoral primary shows voters' rejection of establishment politics and preference for candidates who connect authentically with communities.

Opinion June 2

Trump is winning the culture war while Democrats are still hiring 2008's consultants

Democrats once led pop culture, but now Trump connects with influencers like UFC stars and podcasters. Democrats need fresh strategies to engage young voters.

Opinion May 14

I'm a young Democrat and I've got to admit my Party is losing 2025 while looking at 2028

Democrats are busy plotting for 2028 — banking on time. But they are losing the generation that grew up in an era defined by endless wars, economic crashes, and broken promises.