Democratic voters in Pennsylvania are expressing frustration with their party’s national leadership, describing it as “fractured” and lacking direction since President Donald Trump began his second term. Over 20 Democrats in Doylestown and Philadelphia told The Washington Post that the party lacks a unifying leader and fails to connect with its base.

One voter said, “Right now, there is no leader,” while others criticized Democratic leaders for being disengaged, “powerless,” and ineffective. The party is seen as lacking a clear message, with one voter stating, “We’re fractured. We don’t have a definitive message.”

This criticism comes amid ongoing infighting and a leadership vacuum. Under Chairman Ken Martin, the Democratic National Committee is reportedly behind Republicans in fundraising, with donors viewing the party as “rudderless” and “off message.”

Democrats are also losing voter registration ground. Since 2020, the party has lost 2.1 million registered voters in 30 states, while Republicans gained 2.4 million, raising concerns about long-term engagement.

A July Wall Street Journal poll shows Democratic favorability at a 35-year low, with 63% viewing the party unfavorably. An Associated Press-NORC survey found Democrats less enthusiastic and more critical of their party compared to Republicans. One voter summed it up: “We’re good at making signs, but not much action backs that up.”