we were even given such a shit choice in the first place
This is a very important point. The Dems crowned not one, but two weak candidates and refused to change in any way that might have appealed to the voters they lost. The worst part is that they knew Biden’s presidency was unpopular and might cost them at the polls but were steadfast in their refusal to change in any meaningful way.
Most Democratic voters were surprised by the loss solely because they don’t consume any media that doesn’t reinforce their personal biases.
This is a very important point. The Dems crowned not one, but two weak candidates and refused to change in any way that might have appealed to the voters they lost. The worst part is that they knew Biden’s presidency was unpopular and might cost them at the polls but were steadfast in their refusal to change in any meaningful way.
Most Democratic voters were surprised by the loss solely because they don’t consume any media that doesn’t reinforce their personal biases.