Will Trump's Postal Service Seize This Mail Bag?
Summary
The hosts answer listener questions on the 2026 midterms, debating the "progressive penalty," the importance of debates, and how Democrats should manage expectations in divided government. They discuss the rise of the alt-right among young men and advise 2028 candidates on foreign policy messaging. The episode also features a segment on favorite political ads and a plug for Crooked Con, with Shaniqua McElldon discussing volunteer strategies for the final midterm sprint.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: SimplySafe Home Security
Sponsor: 2026 Nissan Rogue
Intro: Labor Day greeting and show format
Midterm predictions: What to watch for in 2026
The declining importance of election debates
Democratic strategy in a minority Congress
Government shutdowns and economic ownership
National media buys and cost-of-living messaging
Sponsors: Mint Mobile and Zibiotics
Mailbag: Favorite political ads and right-wing fringe
Foreign policy and 2028 campaign strategy
Podcast purpose and Crooked Con details
Sponsors: Bombas, Nissan Rogue, Starbucks
Mailbag: News consumption and career advice
Rapid fire: Life questions and hypotheticals
Final question: Dog communication challenge
Sponsors: ZipRecruiter and Nissan Rogue
Interview: Vote Save America and the Crooked Dozen
Outro and final sponsor reads
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