383: The Calvary Is Coming With Rebecca Cooke & Paul Rivera
Summary
James Carville and Al Hunt analyze recent Democratic primary wins, highlighting Rebecca Cook’s victory in Wisconsin and discussing the impact of polling errors and Trump’s waning influence. Cook joins to detail her strategy for defeating incumbent Derek Van Orden, focusing on rural issues like hospital closures and agricultural struggles. The hosts also interview Paul Rivera about his 2024 election autopsy, debating whether systemic party failures or candidate choices drove the loss.
Topics discussed
Wisconsin primary results and Democratic coalition dynamics
Interview with Rebecca Cook on rural issues and Van Orden
Paul Rivera discusses the 2024 election autopsy report
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Montana Senate race and Trump's future plans
Listener mail: DNC strategy, primaries, and AIPAC
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