# Democrats: Stop Bringing Boxing Gloves to a Machete Fight

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Podcast: [The John Fugelsang Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-john-fugelsang-podcast-1172468)
Published: 2026-05-12T18:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

John's monologue delves into the contentious issue of redistricting and its implications for voter representation. He shares insights from Jim Clyburn, who bravely addresses the challenges posed by attempts to redraw his district. John argues that Democrats must stop treating their political power as something to be wielded cautiously and instead recognize that the stakes are higher than ever. With the future of democracy hanging in the balance, he calls for a new generation of fighters within the party who are willing to challenge the status quo and advocate for the needs of everyday Americans. Next, John speaks with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the rush for redistricting, birthright citizenship, and age limits for the Supreme Court. And last but not least, MS. Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with the gang about the latest mishigas and the hell we are enduring in Trumpland. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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