Most people aren't ready to give single-payer a chance, and while I want Democrats to push for universal coverage in the long run, this kind of "litmus test" could easily backfire. Democrats of course have to stand up for their principles, but they can't become a purist party and win a majority.
Worked for the GOP with the anti-tax madness in 2010, also in 1980 with the supply-side lust.
Compare the GOP of 1976 with the GOP of today. I
highly doubt the democratic version of that transformation would be any better.
