Ken Martin, stepping into the helm of a Democratic Party lost in a fog, promises to broaden the party’s appeal, particularly among working-class voters, but who can see how he plans to pierce through the status quo? His rival, Ben Wikler, from Wisconsin, seems more like a forgotten character. Yet, Martin’s victory may owe more to his extensive network within the committee than the brilliance of his strategy. Now, he faces the monumental task of uniting a marginalized party in Washington, confronting President Trump, and navigating a challenging Senate map in 2026.
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