The Playbook
Exposing the strategy
The Playbook is our tactical blueprint for victory. For decades, the GOP has dominated the political landscape by deploying a ruthless set of high-impact strategic maneuvers. We have deconstructed their model, page by page. Operating independently of the Democratic Party or any individual candidate, Gloves Off America weaponizes these strategies to neutralize right-wing efforts and secure progressive victories.
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Perception is reality.
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— Lee Atwater
Narrative dominance
We look at the data and target Republicans in areas they poll well, such as veterans’ issues, immigration, and tax policy. They aren’t better on these issues, but they are perceived to be. By loosening Republicans’ grip on their strongest issues, their viability as a political party begins to crumble.
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It’s not what you say, it’s what people hear.
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— Frank Luntz
STRATEGIC MESSAGING
Democrats have watched public perception shift against issues that are beneficial for the American people, solely due to clever phrasing from the right. We use that same strategy to rebrand the issues in a way that no longer benefits Republicans.
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Attack, attack, attack.
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— Roger Stone
Stop playing defense
Republicans almost universally play offense, keeping Democrats on defense. We flip the script, regain the upper hand, and rewrite the narrative.