At the New York Times DealBook summit, Van Jones delivered a stinging critique of the political establishment, warning that both parties remain disconnected from the frustrations of the American people. Citing President Trump’s decisive 2024 victory, Jones pointed out that voters are tired of stale political strategies, fake politicians, and Republican In Name Only (RINO) sellouts.
“People keep voting for change because something is off,” Jones declared. And he’s absolutely right. Americans have felt for years that the system isn’t working for them, but after the disastrous Biden-Harris years, the dysfunction is clearer than ever. From economic hardships to open borders and cultural decay, voters are finally rejecting the empty promises of political elites.
In a moment that quickly went viral, Jones even admitted what many on the Left refuse to acknowledge: that President Trump is “smarter than all of us” and is now the most powerful man on earth. Quite the turnaround from someone who served as an advisor to Barack Obama and spent years toeing the progressive party line.
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Jones didn’t pull punches about the establishment’s failures. He told Republicans they shouldn’t be too celebratory, reminding them that Trump’s victory is less a sign of GOP success and more a reflection of the public’s ongoing dissatisfaction. “2016, people voted for change because they were fed up and sick of it, gave Trump a chance. 2020, people voted for change because they were sick of Trump. 2024, they voted for change again… something is off, man,” Jones said.
His comments laid bare an uncomfortable truth for Democrats and establishment Republicans alike: their tired playbook no longer works. The American people are fed up with politicians who care more about soundbites than solving real problems. From skyrocketing inflation to crime-ridden cities, everyday citizens are desperate for leaders who actually deliver results.
Jones also highlighted how Trump’s campaign outsmarted the political class by embracing new media and internet influencers. While the elites mocked Trump’s unorthodox methods, they now realize those strategies tapped into a cultural shift they failed to see coming. “They aren’t laughing anymore,” Jones noted.
This candid acknowledgment by a prominent figure on the Left shows that reality is catching up to the progressive narrative. More and more, even liberals are waking up to the fact that what they were told about Trump doesn’t match reality. The tables are indeed turning, and as Jones said, something is off — but fortunately, millions of Americans believe Trump is the one who can set it right.
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