SF Chronicle: Simon on the future of the Democratic Party

In a recent piece, "Democratic infighting between establishment, progressives sweeping the country," John Wildermuth interviewed Simon about the evolution of the party. Simon takes the position that this is an important, cathartic process and will strengthen Democrats. Here’s Simon’s quote:

But what looks like division might actually be a good thing for Democrats, argued Simon Rosenberg, founder and president of NDN, a liberal think tank and advocacy group formerly known as the New Democratic Network.

“It’s a sign of health,” he said. “Where parties get into trouble is when they’re stale and these debates don’t happen.”

While it’s always possible for these policy debates to slip into rancor, the Democrats’ desire to oust Trump is enough to keep even squabbling factions on the same path, Rosenberg added. “

Trump will create consensus,” he said. “He’s a common opponent, and the need to blast the Trump presidency will outweigh everything else.”

You can read the full piece here.