Democrats Score Surprise WIN as Republicans Start to Freak Out
Summary
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ben Wikler analyze Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s narrow victory over Francesca Hong in the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary. They discuss the rapid party unity, the threat posed by Republican nominee Tom Tiffany, and the impact of billionaire-funded attack ads. The conversation highlights the need for a broad coalition to defeat election-denying extremism in this critical swing state.
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Sponsor: San Pellegrino Chow
Wisconsin Primary Results: Crowley vs. Hong
Analysis of the Photo Finish and Late Deciders
Democratic Unity After a Contested Primary
Unifying Against MAGA Extremism
Voter Energy and Desire for Change in WI and MI
Tom Tiffany's Record and Election Denialism
Billionaire Funding and Attack Ads in WI
The Winning Coalition: Democracy and Economics
Crowley's Strength with Black Voters
Sponsor: San Pellegrino Chow
Grassroots Campaigning and Earning Every Vote
Sponsor: ZipRecruiter
Minnesota Primary: Lindell's Refusal to Concede
Republican Strategy on Election Integrity
The Danger of Election Deniers in Key Roles
Conclusion and Book Promotion
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