January 1, Democrat Morale Is Low. Here’s Why

President Joe Biden’s approval rating hit a new low of 40% — and both moderate and progressive Democrats are having trouble keeping their spirits up.

Congressional Democrats, especially those within the House of Representatives, are worried about this year’s midterm elections, saying they’re not sure the party can turn things around in time.

“People are extremely discouraged, there’s no doubt,” Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.) told Axios.

Pennsylvania Rep. Susan Wild (D) said Biden’s approval numbers gives credence to her distancing herself from the president.

“It’s always a concern when the president’s numbers are bad and you’re in the same party,” Wild said. “In my district, and I think in most frontline districts, you win your campaign because people know you know what work you’ve done, … and they also know that I don’t always vote in line with the party.”

Progressive Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-N.Y.) described a key reason for Biden’s sinking approval numbers.

“A substantial explanation for the president’s relatively low approval is that Democrats are dissatisfied with the lack of progress we’ve made on certain issues,” Jones said.

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