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'Unconscionable': Democratic deaths reignite calls for generational change
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2:51Now PlayingThe recent death of Rep. Gerry Connolly, along with two other Democratic lawmakers in recent months, is fueling internal pressure for generational change in Congress.
On #MorningJoe, NBC’s Sahil Kapur reported that some Democrats are increasingly frustrated, arguing that aging incumbents holding onto power have weakened the party’s margins in the House.
“We’ve empowered the cruelty of Republicans,” said DNC Vice Chair David Hogg, who called the trend “unconscionable” and warned it’s time for Democratic leaders to step aside—or face primaries.
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