Senator Adam Schiff (CA-D) admitted Democrats face a major credibility problem after a blunt encounter with a Target cashier in San Francisco. During an event hosted by Puck News, Schiff shared that the cashier directly told him, “I don’t know what Democrats stand for anymore.”
Schiff acknowledged the comment reflects a wider concern among voters, particularly in liberal strongholds like San Francisco. He warned that if Democrats fail to reconnect with Americans on key issues like crime, the economy, and border security, they risk losing support even in traditionally safe areas.
San Francisco has become a national symbol of liberal policies backfiring, with rising crime, homelessness, and public disorder driving residents and businesses away. Schiff’s remarks highlight the growing frustration even among Democratic voters who feel abandoned by party leadership.
He made it clear that Democrats must better address the everyday concerns of Americans to maintain political power. His candid admission underscores internal fears that soft-on-crime policies and radical social agendas have damaged the party’s reputation.
The event also revealed a noticeable shift in Democratic messaging strategies. Party leaders are increasingly urging a return to moderate, voter-centered policies, though critics question whether the change will be enough to reverse public dissatisfaction.
