Thread by @NomikiKonst

I believe primaries are good for democracy & diversity of thought. I once saw a DCCC presentation focused on funding what they determined were target districts-based on polling ignoring economic justice issues, which many progressives thinks appeal to traditionally red districts

For years center left institutions have decided which races were “winnable”-on their terms. And sadly most were not & Democrats have had little funding in many states and regions as a result. Primaries keep the electorate alive. They cost money but they build the party’s pipeline

When we allow the dccc to determine what’s “winnable” - 9/10 it’s the races that the gop will be up against. Swing districts are expensive. And big consultants that work with the dccc make the most money in those districts. Spreading it around would kill their monopoly.

In fact, this might bruise some egos, but historically the years we have had waves of democratic wins were years the GOP approval was low - not years when we adjusted our strategy.

Dems held the house for 30+ years when they simultaneously invested across the country (and in populists)-not just in districts they claimed they could afford.

Dems have no problem raising money. They had problems investing wisely.

So, @justicedems should primary bc DEMOCRACY?!

Also, just some sprinkles on top of the sundae:

So does the DCCC think it’s no-game to Primary a pro-life Democrat (who is probably Wall st funded)?

It’s 2019 and don’t we all think being pro-choice is a Democratic value? It is in our platform.