Democratic Running Mate Must Capture Youth Vote: Former DNC Chair

The transcript discusses the role of young voters in American politics, highlighting their impact in the 2008 election of Barack Obama. It analyzes the unexpected results of Bernie Sanders' campaign, attributing them to low youth turnout. The discussion concludes with a strategy for the Democratic Party to engage young, diverse voters, emphasizing the need for a running mate who is young, of color, and female.

What factors contributed to the youth vote in the 2008 election?

Why was the turnout of young voters in the recent election surprising?

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for the Vice President to engage the youth of America?

What demographic changes are suggested for the Democratic Party's ticket?

How did the elections in Virginia in 2017 and 2019 reflect the current state of the Democratic Party?