How Can Republicans Win in Blue States? Try Collectivism.

In New York, the GOP can contend with the DSA by forming a visible coalition with crossover appeal. Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. With the Democratic Socialists of America gaining ground in states across the nation, some state GOPs have a unique opportunity to flip historically blue districts. There’s just one problem: To defeat the socialists, Republicans are going to have to get a lot better at collective action. Candidates backed by the DSA are gaining ground, largely by defeating establishment Democrats in heavily Democratic districts where the primary often determines who will ultimately hold office. Anthony Rispo is a writer and independent researcher focused on social cognition, sociopolitical behavior, and the psychological processes shaping belief, identity, and civic life. He is a Columbia University psychology graduate. More We Think You’d Like