The 2026 Midterms Must-Watch List
Summary
Host Adam Harris and Atlantic writers Russell Berman and David Graham analyze five pivotal 2024 midterm races, including Maine, Michigan, Ohio, Texas, and Alaska. They discuss how Democrats are leveraging national affordability concerns and President Trump’s low approval ratings to challenge Republican incumbents in traditionally red states. The conversation highlights specific candidates like Susan Collins, Abdul El-Sayed, and Sherrod Brown, while examining the impact of gerrymandering and shifting Hispanic voting patterns. Ultimately, the episode explores whether these competitive contest…
Topics discussed
Sponsorships: InPress and USAA Auto Insurance
Midterm election overview and national trends
Maine Senate race: Collins vs. Jackson
Michigan Senate race: El-Sayed vs. Rogers
Ohio Senate and Governor races
Texas Senate race and symbolic significance
Texas House District 15: Hispanic vote shift
Sponsorships: InPress and Anthropic
Alaska Senate race: Paltola vs. Sullivan
North Carolina House District 1 and gerrymandering
South Carolina House District 1: Mace's legacy
Through lines: Red state inroads and candidate connection
Credits and final InPress sponsorship
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