Republicans are paying the price at the polls because they don’t put people first - opinion

Duv Honig argues that Republicans lose elections because they fail to prioritize personal relationships with voters and supporters, contrasting this with Democrats' perceived better communication and accessibility. He describes a pattern of seeking endorsements only during campaigns, then neglecting those relationships afterward.

In this opinion piece, Duv Honig argues that Republicans are paying the price at the polls because they fail to put people first. He writes that while Republicans are strong on delivering speeches and defending values, too many seem more interested in securing support than in the people providing it. Honig contrasts this with Democrats, who he says often demonstrate an understanding of the personal side of politics through communication, accessibility, and maintaining relationships. He describes a pattern he has witnessed: when an endorsement is needed, the phone rings; afterward, the communication disappears. Honig calls on Republicans to invest in relationships with consistency and follow-through, noting that broadcasting a mission is not the same as investing in the people they want to bring along. He emphasizes that this matters particularly within the Jewish community, where trust and credibility are built over many years.