The framing on these “what will voters like?” questions is always tilted against Warren/Bernie. Why is the question never: “Sir, many think Dems lost in 2016 because there were not inspiring structural reforms. What do you say to people who say you are repeating this mistake?”
“You say your policies are all that’s possible, but many people say this will still leave x number of people going bankrupt and y number of people dying due to health care. How do you respond?”
“You are against a wealth tax and yet a vast majority of Americans are in favor of a wealth tax. How do you respond to that average voter that wants a wealth tax?”
“Senator, you want to represent the Democratic Party. A vast majority of Democrats support Medicare for All, and yet you don’t. How do you plan to lead a party that you are misaligned with?”
“Congressman, experts say Medicare for All will lower costs and save most Americans money. What do you tell a midwestern voter when they find out you don’t support saving them — and the country as a whole — this money?”
“Senator, millions of young people stayed home in 2016. Many people believe that to win in 2020 you will need to inspire young people. And yet you are misaligned with young people on the Green New Deal & Medicare for All. What do you say to young people about your disagreement?”
