John,

Democrats must deal strategically with their weak position and carefully choose their fights with Donald Trump where they are vital and have a hair's chance of winning.

Trump's attendance at Jimmy Carter's funeral and Biden's attendance on inauguration day are the bottom priorities. If anyone is targeted for eggs and tomatoes on January 20, it's Biden, not Trump.

Democrats' wholesale criticism of Trump won't work. Instead, Democrats' cozying up to a few Republicans in the House and Senate makes sense. Agreeing with Elon Musk on the issues where he is correct may sway Trump's behavior. Apart from a few dogged notions, Trump is an empty vessel.

Best for 2025.