The Democratic Party chair frontrunner concedes that they are currently losing.

The top contender for the next Democratic National Committee chair admitted after the recent elections that "we're getting our butts kicked right now."

The objective of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, led by Ken Martin, a DNC vice chair and head of the association of state Democratic Party chairs, is to regain control of the U.S. House, Senate, and presidency in 2028.

Martin, a DNC frontrunner, highlighted the importance of expanding the party's presence in all public policy arenas, including school boards, mayorships, and state legislative races.

In the 2024 elections, Democrats faced significant losses across the board, with former President Trump winning the presidency and the GOP gaining control of the Senate and maintaining its slim majority in the House.

The success of President-elect Trump's campaign and Republicans in winning the support of working class, minority, younger, and low-propensity voters is attributed, in part, to their use of non-traditional media such as podcasts.

The DNC's winter meeting at National Harbor in Maryland will determine the next chair of the national party committee, as current chair Jaime Harrison is not seeking a four-year term.

Ben Wikler, who has led the state Democratic Party in battleground Wisconsin since 2019, is also well-known among the voting members.

Martin O'Malley, a former two-term Maryland governor and 2016 Democratic presidential candidate, served as commissioner of the Social Security Administration for the past year.

James Skoufis, a New York state senator, and Nate Snyder, a former Department of Homeland Security official, are both running for chair.

Last week, the DNC's executive committee met for the first time since the November election, and Planet Chronicle Digital interviewed Martin, Wikler, and O'Malley prior to the meeting.

Martin stated that if he becomes chair, his first action would be to devise a plan to win. It is crucial that we begin drafting this plan, taking into account all aspects. We must examine the financial resources available at the party, review the contracts, and determine which ones need to be eliminated. Additionally, it is essential to bring together all stakeholder groups for collaboration.

""We have a lot of work to do due to elections in New Jersey and Virginia in 10 months," Martin emphasized."

Martin has consistently vowed to compete in every race across all zip codes.

"He assured Planet Chronicle Digital that it is realistic to not adopt a scarcity mindset after spending nearly $2 billion on the presidential election. He emphasized that there are sufficient resources available for the DNC to contest races across the board."

Although Martin has secured commitments of support from almost half of the voting members required to become chair, he stated, "I am not taking anything for granted. I am proud of the support I have received so far, but I still have a long way to go."

He stated, "I am currently leading and I am content with our current position."

In his interview, Wikler emphasized that the Democratic Party should not aim for 47 or 51 seats in the Senate. Instead, the party should strive for more seats because the values of the Democratic Party, such as working for the people and respecting everyone's freedom and dignity, are widely shared across the country.

"In order to grow stronger, effectively communicate our message, and gain support from all those who believe this country should prioritize the needs of working-class individuals, significant change is necessary."

Wikler stated that the party must demonstrate to voters that they are fighting for them against those who seek to manipulate the economy for the benefit of the wealthy elite, and convey this message in areas where individuals are not heavily focused on politics but are acutely aware of the challenges they face in their daily lives.

He emphasized the importance of clear communication that demonstrates empathy and shows people that they are valued. Additionally, he highlighted the need for actions that demonstrate a commitment to reducing costs and ensuring that working people have an equal opportunity to succeed in the country.

Wikler believes his success in his home state, a crucial battleground, will make him competitive in the chair race.

He stated that the party is united in its determination to win elections. In Wisconsin, we have some of the most closely contested and intense elections. We have had to learn to handle the challenges thrown at us by Republican candidates and campaigns. The energy surrounding this process, figuring out how to grow and expand our reach, will provide me with a path to winning the DNC chair's race and then uniting the party to fight and win elections across the board.

The oldest candidate running for chair is O'Malley, who will turn 62 next month.

He stated that he is running for DNC chair because he is deeply passionate about his country and believes that the only way to save the Republic is by preparing the Democratic Party for battles as soon as possible.

He boasted about his experience as an operational turnaround leader in government, specifically at Social Security under the president.

He pointed out that he is the only candidate who has chaired a national committee, the Democratic Governors Association, and has been elected to office, city council, mayor, and governor. He emphasized the need to recruit candidates across the ballot to bring the party back.

If elected chair, O'Malley's top priority is to unite the party and assess its strengths and weaknesses in the previous election. However, the most crucial task is to increase the number of Democrats by registering more voters. The party must return to its economic message, which has always been its core, and defend voting rights everywhere, not just in swing states.

O'Malley stated that he believes he has a chance against Martin and Wikler, who are well-known on the committee, despite their better-known status among voting members. He added that he has discovered a significant number of people who recognize that the DNC chair election is no longer just a caretaker position but a transformative one. As a result, he has found doors opening up all across the country.