What to Expect from the Democratic Party

The Democratic Party has a role to play in defeating the Trump-Musk regime, but the Party should not be expected to lead the fight.

In politics, as in life, it is essential to have reasonable expectations and understand what people, and institutions can or cannot do.

For example, if you are managing a baseball team and have a light-hitting shortstop who is a great fielder, you will hurt your team if you bat him cleanup, and be disappointed if you expect him to hit 40 home runs in a …