In private remarks to party donors Friday night, Obama scolded Democrats for failing to speak out against President Donald Trump and his policies.

Frustrated that prominent Democrats have not fought harder, former President Barack Obama said in a speech that his party’s leaders needed to step up.

WASHINGTON >> Former President Barack Obama has a stern critique for members of his party: Too many have been cowed into silence.

Barack Obama calls for Democrats to show courage and stand up for what they believe in, while pointing out that Democrats' increasing propensity to elect far-left candidates is not a winning strategy.