The Senate's escape math
Summary
Hosts Amanda Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss Senate efforts to pass a budget resolution and confirm Todd Blanche before the August recess. They analyze Michigan primaries, where progressives like Abdul El-Sayed and William Lawrence appear poised to defeat establishment favorites. Finally, the episode covers New Hampshire Democrats’ defiance of the DNC’s attempt to move their presidential primary later in the calendar.
Topics discussed
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Intro and Washington Headlines
Senate Agenda Before August Recess
Todd Blanche Nomination and Judiciary Committee
Budget Resolution and Save America Act Challenges
Stopgap Funding Bill and CR Progress
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Michigan Primary: Abdul El-Sayed vs Haley Stevens
Michigan 7th/13th Districts and Missouri Primary
Impact of Progressive Wins on Democratic Leadership
New Hampshire Democrats vs DNC on Primary Timing
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