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What Democratic Voters Actually Want
The NYT poll shows that the Left-Right frame is the wrong approach
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How J.D. Vance Fumbled the GOP Nomination
Vance's candidacy is falling apart before it even starts.
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Why "Return to Normalcy" Is a Trap for Democrats
Plus more thoughts on Maine and what Dems can (and can't) do post-2026.
Jun 6
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The Democratic Trust Deficit
Voters may rent us their vote in 2026. In 2028, we'll need them to trust us.
Jun 4
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Can Graham Platner Still Win?
The latest revelations up the degree of difficulty. They don't close the door.
Jun 2
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Should Democrats Try to Expand the House?
Plus more discussion of the DNC, Trump's slush and whether progressives are dominating Dem primaries
May 30
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The Republicans Just Nominated the One Guy Who Could Lose Texas
Ken Paxton is a scandal-plagued nominee. James Talarico is a generational talent. The structural environment is better than 2018. This is the shot.
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Mailbag Questions, Take Two
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