Swing-Seat Democrat Proposes Younger, Riskier Party to Beat GOP

May 5, 2025, 6:20 PM UTC

Democrats must take more risks to counter the GOP power trifecta successfully or they could face an extended stint on the sidelines, according to an influential lawmaker from a battleground district.

Rep. Pat Ryan, who’s served in the House since a 2022 special election and represents a swing district in New York’s Hudson Valley, detailed the strategy he wants Democrats to take as the party rebuilds from a disappointing election cycle. Ryan criticized his fellow Democrats for staying silent on former President Joe Biden’s decline, which was a significant factor in Republicans taking control of Washington.

“I think it’s pathetic ...

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