The Voters Who Flipped Congress
Summary
Nate Cohn analyzes the 2024 midterm results, highlighting a more diverse electorate where Black and Hispanic voters drove significant Democratic gains in red states. He explains how progressive candidates underperformed compared to moderates and why massive Republican spending failed to offset voter dissatisfaction with President Trump. The episode also reviews the accuracy of recent polling and discusses the political implications of Democrats gaining control of a majority of governorships.
Topics discussed
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Introduction and election context
Current status: Senate, House, and Governor races
Demographic shift: Increased Black voter turnout
Hispanic voter surge in Texas and Kansas
White Republican and young male voter decline
Analysis: Progressive candidates underperforming
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Impact of campaign spending and billionaire donors
Loose ends: Alaska and independent candidates
Polling accuracy and final thoughts
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News: Vance blames Iran war for losses
Credits and sign-off
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