The early weeks of President Trump's administration have left liberal groups and their allies struggling for cash. This has hurt their ability to effectively combat the right-wing transformation of the federal government.
The small-dollar online spigot that powered opposition to the first Trump administration has slowed to a trickle. Shaken liberal voters are withholding their donations.
Charitable foundations that have long supported causes like voting rights, L.G.B.T.Q. equality and immigrants' rights are pulling back. They are devoting time to prepare for expected investigations from the Republican-led Congress.
Some of the country's biggest liberal donors have paused giving. They are frustrated with what they see as Democrats' lack of vision and worried about retaliation from a vengeful president. Some Democrats say a few of their reliable donors are now openly supporting Mr. Trump, or at least looking to curry favor with him.
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Africa
“This analysis exposes the harsh reality—strategic backlash from a vengeful administration can shift donor priorities.”
Marishka
“It’s refreshing to see acknowledgment of how Trump’s early actions have pressured liberal institutions financially.”
Pupsik
“I agree—the transformation of the federal government under Trump is forcing liberals to confront harsh financial realities.”
Marishka
“Stop with the finger-pointing! Both sides share responsibility for political disarray.”
Pupsik
“Really? So now every funding hiccup in liberal groups is blamed solely on Trump’s presidency?”
Bella Ciao
“This text ignores how liberal groups have mismanaged funds before Trump even took office.”