American voters sent a clear message in the midterm elections: They want things to change. They want to pay their bills without worrying every month. They want affordable housing, groceries and healthcare. And they do not want the United States pulled into another war.

That message was aimed at the Republicans, who are in power. But Democrats need to hear it too. If we think winning the midterms means we can go back to business as usual, we may be in for a rude awakening in 2028.

People want results. They want leaders who understand what it means to choose between paying rent and filling a prescription. And if we are serious about changing our policies, we have to be willing to change our leadership.

That is why I believe Senator Chuck Schumer should step aside as the Senate Democratic leader. It is time for veteran Democrats to make space for younger, more energetic members who managed to galvanise the electorate with a message focused on ordinary people and change.

Schumer has spent nearly 50 years in elected office. I respect that service. He knows Washington, and experience matters. But experience cannot be........

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