You're partially right. The Democratic Party establishment leaderships has been sitting on their leadership posts for 20-40+ years, and they are very unconcerned about headlines so long as they are able to stay in the big chair.

The Progressive Caucus is clearly interested in being the next generation of the same status quo. Pramila Jayapal? Get used to her hot air and accomplishing nothing, but sitting at the top for a long time.