Welcome to another episode of the Branding Democrats podcast with your hosts, Gabriela Martin and Ken Weber, co-author of "Branding Democrats." In this episode, they're joined by a special guest, Dana Spaeth, a multi-talented artist and TikTok creator known for her sharp political commentary. Dana shares her journey into politics and how her experiences growing up in a racially diverse family fueled her passion for justice.
Together, they discuss the impact of gerrymandering in states like Wisconsin, where a bloated Republican supermajority is attempting to silence a recently elected Supreme Court justice, despite her winning by an 11-point margin. Dana highlights the disconnect between Republican stances on abortion and gun control, emphasizing how they prioritize potential life over the safety of children in schools.
The conversation transitions to America’s gun violence epidemic. Ken, Gabby, and Dana argue that Dems need to use words like gun safety rather than gun control to promote their policies. They address how Republicans often frame terms like "gun control” to suggest that Democrats restrict individual liberties. The Republican hypocrisy here with their pro birth argument is noted.
To conclude the episode, since Dana and Ken are TikTok creators, they explore the idea of utilizing social media and platforms like TikTok to connect with younger voters. Rather than relying on typical “voice of God” commercials, Democrats can appeal to a broader audience with a more compelling message, featuring the voices of everyday Americans on some of the most popular social apps.
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