Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet unleashed scathing criticism of the Democratic Party during a Monday appearance on Fox News Channel’s “Jesse Watters Primetime,” comparing its current state to that of a dysfunctional family trapped in denial.
Mamet described liberal mental health as impaired by a persistent refusal to acknowledge reality. “I think these people who are liberals have poor mental health because they’re involved in denial,” Mamet said. “They spend their whole time involved in denial, which means mental energy that could be put in thought… goes into denying reality.”
He argued that the Democratic platform is built on this type of cognitive evasion. “Right down the line, everything in the Democrats’ playbook is denial,” Mamet continued. “It’s no different than a dysfunctional family.”
Mamet drew a sharp analogy, stating, “If you have a family and dad is a pedophile, the problem is not that dad is a pedophile… the problem for every one of the family is they have to deny that… because if they face it, the family as they know it is going to fall apart.”
He called the situation “legitimate, but horrific,” asserting that Democrats are now at the same breaking point — unable to face internal dysfunction without risking collapse.
Mamet, who has grown increasingly vocal in his conservative views, used the platform to underscore what he sees as the psychological damage inflicted by ideological denialism. His remarks come at a time of growing discontent with Democrat leadership among independent and conservative voters.
Mamet’s remarks reflect a broader cultural shift as high-profile figures from the arts increasingly question progressive orthodoxy. Known for his acclaimed work in theater and film, Mamet has not shied away from aligning with conservative values in recent years. His comments resonate with many Americans who feel alienated by what they see as the Democratic Party’s departure from common sense and accountability. As political tensions escalate ahead of 2024, voices like Mamet’s continue to challenge the prevailing narratives in media and culture.
