Over the decades, the “woke” has grown as a call to acknowledge issues like police brutality and systemic racism, especially during movements like Black Lives Matter.

More recently, however, the term has acquired negative connotations. According to Merriam-Webster, “woke” is sometimes seen as synonymous with extreme political liberalism. The term has expanded into phrases such as “awakening,” “awakening,” and “woke ideology,” often criticized by conservatives who see it as a divisive influence in areas such as workforce diversity, public schools, and legislation.

Early in the race for the White House, a 2017 clip resurfaced of Kamala Harris saying “everyone needs to be woke” ignited debate over the term.

Now, some of the It seems the Democratic Party is taking note if moving away from “woke” rhetoric might be the smarter play.