Graham Platner and the Undoing of the Operative Class

Graham Platner, who once served as chief of staff to both Andrew Cuomo and Chris Christie, pens a piece in Vanity Fair critiquing the political strategies of both major parties. He highlights the Maine Senate race as a microcosm of how both parties have failed to connect with the operative class, or the working-class voters who are increasingly disillusioned with traditional politics. This article underscores a critical shift in voter sentiment and the potential consequences for the future of American political dynamics, suggesting that without addressing the needs and concerns of these voters, both parties risk losing touch with the electorate.