The only way Democrats can govern in this country is by making common cause with moderates and independents.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I was not a Democrat; I was an independent. Here's the thing: You can't win that way. But I didn't know that.
Government stimulates the democrat party.
The beauty of the Democratic Party is in the mix.
I'm not a Democrat, I'm an Independent, but I caucus with the Democrats.
Reforming public education, cutting property taxes, fixing adult and child protective services and funding our budget can all occur when Democrats and Republicans engage in consensus and cooperation - not cynicism and combat.
A Democrat has to show the toughness to govern. People don't doubt that Republicans will be tough.
I'm what you would call an 'independent moderate.'
And under our system, much like you see in the U.K., of course, a party working with another party can form a coalition and govern the country.
I have been talking to a lot of people who don't normally vote Democratic - independents and Republicans. They have been voting for Democrats because they think it's important to change the direction America is going.
The Democrats have essentially decided to move more toward central power, control of just about every aspect of our culture and economy.