On Wednesday, mounting anger and frustration among Democratic voters across Pennsylvania exploded into the streets. And while the main target was President Donald Trump, Democrats also had some choice words for one of their own: Sen. John Fetterman.

Summary

Pennsylvania Democrats are protesting Sen. John Fetterman’s growing alignment with Trump, citing his visit to Mar-a-Lago and votes for Trump nominees.

Critics, including Rep. Summer Lee and local leaders, accuse him of abandoning progressive values and failing to oppose Trump’s policies.

Some see his shift as a strategic move in a GOP-leaning state, but others compare him to former Arizona Senator Krysten Sinema’s alienation from her base.

Discontent among Democratic activists raises questions about a potential 2028 primary challenge.

  • But_my_mom_says_im_cool@lemmy.world
    6110·
    10 hours ago

    I remember when he was popular and I would point out that despite his hoodies and shorts, he’s not an every man, he’s not one of us. He’s a silver spoon nepo baby who never really cared, and was using his wardrobe as a distraction. I kept saying he shouldn’t be trusted and that the other shoe would drop, and I would get downvoted and banned for it

    • SacredHeartAttack@lemmy.worldEnglish
      39·
      9 hours ago

      As a PAian who voted for him, I never liked his wardrobe. I actually hated it. Dress for the job you want bro. But the fact is I voted because of what he said, not how he looked. I voted for him because of what he seemed to represent ideologically, not because of his privilege. I was wrong and he had a stroke and I want him primaried.

    • Screen_Shatter@lemmy.world
      49·
      10 hours ago

      He was saying some agreeable things and got a lot of attention for it at the time. I’m not sure if he was hiding his real opinions back then or if they just got ignored. Ever since he got brain damage he’s been acting like a guy with, well, brain damage… It’s been obvious for a lot longer than his Mar a lago visit a month ago

      • Semi-Hemi-Lemmygod@lemmy.worldEnglish
        31·
        9 hours ago

        His wife was, I’m sure, a huge influence on him and his work. Now that he’s gone MAGA she’s nowhere to be found.

        I hope she’s okay. And that she primaries him.