What does it actually mean to pledge allegiance to a political party in 2026? Jalisa Washington Price joins Frogmore Stew to unpack the Democratic Party identity crisis, the struggle to win back working class voters, and the challenge of engaging independents in South Carolina. From post 2024 election lessons to big tent strategy versus purity tests, this conversation dives into party branding, grassroots organizing in the South, and how Democrats can reconnect with everyday people. If you care about the future of Democratic politics in South Carolina and beyond, this is a conversation you cannot miss.

00:00 Rebuilding South Carolina Democrats

05:26 Party Branding and Grassroots Reset

12:19 State vs National Tensions

14:17 Progressive Energy Rising

16:57 Big Tent vs Purity Politics

18:29 The Future of South Carolina Politics

Jalisa Washington Price

Political Strategist / Communication Advisor

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalisa-washington-price/

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