For Whom the Poll Tolls (with John Anzalone and David Plouffe)
Summary
Hacks on Tap hosts David Axelrod, John Anzalone, and Mike Murphy analyze the 2026 midterm election landscape, highlighting President Trump's record-low job ratings and the economic fallout from tariffs and war. The panel discusses how rural and Hispanic voters are defecting from the GOP due to high costs and perceived betrayal, while praising effective Democratic campaigns in Kansas and Texas. They also examine the rise of Gen Z as a political force and the strategic importance of authentic candidate messaging in a volatile political environment.
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