In a stunning display of the profound disconnect that defines the modern Democratic Party, a speaker at the DNC’s summer meeting was caught on video advising party leaders to dismiss the violent crime terrorizing American cities. Insha Rahman, the vice president for the left-wing Vera Institute of Justice, explicitly told Democrats to ignore the crisis of carjackings and migrant crime, revealing a political strategy that is not only morally bankrupt but entirely out of step with the concerns of law-abiding citizens.
This incident is a perfect microcosm of why the liberal media’s narrative on crime is failing and why the American people continue to place their trust in the strong, law-and-order leadership of President Donald Trump.
While families worry about their safety and the security of their communities, a well-funded think tank executive stood before the Democratic National Committee and delivered a tone-deaf lecture on political messaging. Rahman framed President Trump’s justified crackdown on the out-of-control crime in Washington D.C. not as a necessary measure for public safety, but as a political trap. Her advice was clear: avoid the issue altogether.
She stated, “Don’t take the bait and talk about migrant crime or carjackings or the things that actually don’t matter to that many Americans.” This statement, delivered with a chilling casualness, demonstrates a worldview where the rampant carjackings plaguing the nation’s capital are merely an inconvenient talking point to be managed, rather than a violent scourge to be eradicated.
The liberal media, acting as the public relations arm for the Democratic Party, consistently downplays these crises, choosing to focus on abstract social issues rather than the immediate dangers facing everyday Americans. They parrot the same talking points as Rahman, dismissing concerns about crime as fearmongering while ignoring the victims of these brutal acts.
The transcript from the meeting reveals the full extent of this misguided strategy. Rahman elaborated, “Don’t take the bait because most Americans are more worried about how we are going to address mental health issues, the visible homelessness that we see on streets, and how do we deal with mental health and other issues that drive the sort of random incidents that scare all of us.” This is a classic tactic of the left: to deflect from a concrete problem by pivoting to a broader, more nebulous societal issue that absolves criminals of personal responsibility.
During a presentation on crime at the DNC’s summer meeting, a lady from left-wing think tank the Vera Institute tells them that “migrant crime and carjackings are things that don’t matter to many Americans.” pic.twitter.com/5c0qkCPm7O
— Greg Price (@greg_price11) August 25, 2025
This stands in direct opposition to the agenda and rhetoric of President Donald Trump, who has consistently prioritized the safety and security of the American people above political correctness. Where the left sees a “bait” topic, President Trump sees a vital issue demanding immediate action. His commitment to supporting law enforcement, securing the border, and imposing tough penalties on criminals offers a clear and forceful rebuttal to the Democrats’ dismissive attitude.
The President understands that carjackings, home invasions, and migrant crime matter deeply to Americans because they strike at the heart of our right to live in peace and security. The Democratic Party, guided by the advice of out-of-touch elites and amplified by a complacent media, continues to show contempt for this fundamental right. The choice for Americans could not be clearer: between a party that dismisses their fears and a President who acts to protect them.
h/t: Steadfast and Loyal
