The 2015-2016 problem is that a mismanaged and debt-ridden DNC sold out its own state parties to stay afloat. The ongoing problem is a political culture that views the DNC as a presidential vessel, rather than an organization for building raw Democratic strength. Until the root issues are addressed, even when we win elections, Democratic governance will always be brittle and fleeting.
Donna Brazile’s article in Politico has set off a new round of infighting. It is unfortunate, because the scuffle over a two years old primary is distracting from the real problem with the DNC, of which the Joint Fundraising Agreement was only a symptom.
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