In the wake of election losses and dwindling voter support, Dean Phillips, a Democratic congressman from Minnesota, has issued a stark warning: the party has failed to learn from its past mistakes. Phillips points to 2016 as a pivotal moment when the Democrats lost touch with the concerns of working-class voters. Despite ample time since then to rectify the situation, Phillips argues that the party has yet to embrace the necessary changes. To regain its footing, he urges his fellow Democrats to prioritize economic populism, address racial and economic disparities, and appeal to voters who feel alienated by coastal elites. By embracing these principles, Phillips believes the Democrats can revitalize their base and reclaim their political relevance.