Staff Reports
In a recent turn of events, the Kamala Harris campaign received a rude awakening regarding their grip on union support. For decades, the Teamsters have been a reliable ally for Democratic candidates, but not this time around. In a shocking snub, the Teamsters chose not to endorse Harris, and recent polling indicates that a significant portion of their members now backs Donald Trump. This betrayal may signal a troubling trend for Democrats as they continue to overlook the concerns of the working class.
The defection isn’t limited to the Teamsters. Workers from several key unions, including the United Auto Workers (UAW) and even Hollywood’s IATSE, seem to be abandoning the Democratic Party ship. This rare and widespread shift reflects a growing disenchantment among union members, who have begun to recognize that the Democrats are increasingly out of touch with the very issues that matter to them. It’s not just about wages and benefits anymore; it’s about the economy, border security, and global chaos—all areas where the Democratic policies have proven deficient.
Michigan union members aren't voting based on bogus lawfare. They know that President Trump told supporters to march "peacefully and patriotically."
They're voting based on the economy – and President Trump wins that argument all day every day! pic.twitter.com/1DqH2SxVuT
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) September 25, 2024
The baffling disconnect was highlighted in a recent MSNBC segment featuring host Alex Wagner interviewing union workers in Michigan. Instead of engaging in meaningful discourse, Wagner approached these workers with an air of condescension, as if they were blank slates in need of a political education. When the topic turned to the January 6 events, many union members felt unphased, suggesting that the Democrats’ fixation on this narrative is misguided and irrelevant to their vote. One worker’s incredulous response to Wagner’s inquiry about “criminal charges” clearly indicated that such matters hold little significance in his electoral considerations, much to the chagrin of the MSNBC host.
This disconnect between the Democratic narrative and the realities of working-class voters exemplifies a larger problem for the party. While the left presses on with their obsession over Trump and personal grievances, they are neglecting the fundamental issues that voters are grappling with daily—rising inflation, open borders, and economic instability. Instead of addressing these crises, Democrats seem intent on demonizing their opponents and revisiting past controversies. Meanwhile, union members are just trying to secure a better future for themselves and their families, one that Trump’s previous administration had notably improved.
MICHIGAN UNION MEMBER: "There are thousands and thousands of illegal immigrants coming across the border every day and the Vice President has done minimal work to fix that based in what I've seen — and I'd like that to change." pic.twitter.com/PYA7dqx7c8
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) September 25, 2024
The stark realization that not all working-class individuals fall in line with the Democratic agenda was equally evident during the segment. One union worker voiced his concerns about immigration, expressing disappointment with Harris’s lack of effective solutions. The obvious reaction from Wagner was one of confusion, highlighting an underlying ignorance to the fact that immigration extends far beyond just border states. This issue is a national one, impacting communities everywhere and resonating deeply with voters across all regions.
At the core of this cultural rift is a fundamental truth that Democrats seem unable or unwilling to acknowledge: their policies have exacerbated issues that were on the mend under Trump. The workers who once found solace in Democratic promises are now realizing they have consistently been left behind. The days of taking union votes for granted are swiftly coming to an end, and if the Democrats continue down this path, they may find themselves facing a political reckoning fueled by an increasingly aware and disillusioned electorate.
