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In reply to the discussion: Why is DU's popularity waning? (Title edited, explanation within.) [View all]YoungDemCA
(5,714 posts)Posters on Daily Kos have addressed this in the past in regard to Daily Kos, but it applies here as well.
http://www.dailykos.com/story/2010/08/20/893868/-Daily-Kos-Demographics-White-Over-50-Well-off-Male-UPDATED http://www.dailykos.com/story/2011/03/07/953417/-Daily-Kos-Demographics-Still-White-Over-50-Well-Off-Male
When you have certain specific demographics dominate the discussion, and that they are many of the same demographics that are (generally) the least loyal to the Democratic Party-in voting and, I would argue, in supporting the ideals and policy objectives of the Democratic Party-that creates a serious disconnect in the perspectives that dominate here.
In related news, many women and minorities have left because they are tired of misogyny, sexism, and racism. Can't say I blame them.