Democrats Believe Americans Don't Vote on Policy Issues, Embrace Style over Substance

Democratic representatives at the Democratic National Convention have expressed a startling belief that Americans do not base their votes on policy issues, embracing a strategy that emphasizes style over substance in their vice presidential candidate, Kamala Harris.

In a stunning admission, Democratic representatives at the Democratic National Convention have conveyed their belief that Americans do not vote based on policy issues, a sentiment echoed by mainstream media commentators.

CNN anchor Manu Raju initiated the discussion, noting concerns among some party members about Harris conducting interviews that could potentially expose vulnerabilities. Democratic leaders on the DNC floor echoed this view, advocating against Harris outlining detailed policy proposals.

Democrats Believe Americans Don't Vote on Policy Issues, Embrace Style over Substance

"So, there's a belief, that perhaps if you put more ideas on paper, that's a bad idea," Raju reported.

CNN anchor Kasie Hunt endorsed the strategy, stating, "Maybe. If you go with the vibes, it's a vibes election." Her colleague, Erin Burnett, concurred, "That's right."

Democrats Believe Americans Don't Vote on Policy Issues, Embrace Style over Substance

During previous CNN coverage, Burnett sought the opinion of radio host Charlamagne Tha God on Harris's lack of press interviews.

"What she's been doing has worked because you know what she's been doing is hitting the ground," he remarked.

Democrats Believe Americans Don't Vote on Policy Issues, Embrace Style over Substance

CNN senior political analyst Ron Brownstein further downplayed the significance of Harris's DNC speech content, emphasizing the "change" and energy she exuded.

"She had the great asset of embodying her message," Brownstein said. "If you're talking about a fresh start and turning the page, you almost didn‘t have to listen to anything she said. She radiated change in the way she presented herself last night."

Democrats Believe Americans Don't Vote on Policy Issues, Embrace Style over Substance

Anchor Sara Sidner supported Brownstein's assessment, acknowledging the absence of memorable lines in Harris's speech but highlighting its ability to convey a certain emotion.

"This was energy, strength and change," Brownstein reiterated.

CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil provided a vivid account of the DNC floor atmosphere following Harris's speech.

"I will leave the reviewing of the content to you," he reported. "The emotion and the feeling down here is – I don't know ­– seven-year-old's birthday party is how I would put it."

"There is joy and there's not a lot of thinking! It's a good time!" he added.

The embrace of style over substance by Democratic leaders and media pundits has sparked criticism and concerns. Some argue that it undermines the importance of informed decision-making in the electoral process, while others question the long-term viability of a campaign based primarily on image and emotion.

Fox News Digital's Hanna Panreck and Lindsay Kornick contributed to this report.