Joining us now, some of our politics reporter Dave Wagel, former press secretary to former House Speakers John Boehner and Paul Ryan, and MSNBC political analysts Brendan Buck, former Ohio State Senator and former national co-chair for Bernie Sanders's presidential campaign, Nina Turner, and Democratic strategist and MSNBC political analyst Cornell Belchure. He is serving, by the way, as a pollster for Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign. All right, Dave, if you're going to learn a lesson about talking to voter ...

Election Dynamics & Voter Sentiment - Strong youth turnout surprised Democratic strategists, potentially benefiting Mumani's campaign [3][4][9] - Voters express dissatisfaction with the Democratic establishment, blaming figures like Hillary Clinton and Chuck Schumer for Trump's resurgence [7] - The election is driven by both policy and a desire to send a message to established political figures [8] - Some voters are crossing party lines, with registered Republicans supporting Cuomo due to his experience [12] Key Election Factors - Staten Island could be a crucial "spoiler" in the race, potentially influencing the outcome [22] - High voter enthusiasm is evident, with early voting turnout reaching nearly 750,000 people [16] - Total votes might approach 2 million, reminiscent of the Dinkins vs Giuliani election [18] - Mumani's ability to activate new voters is seen as a positive aspect of the election cycle [24] Candidate Analysis - If Mumani breaks 50%, it would be a significant mandate [19] - Cuomo's experience is a key factor for some voters, even those who typically vote Democrat [13][14]

With two days until key elections in Virginia and New Jersey, former President Barack Obama campaigned for the Democratic candidates in both states yesterday. He acknowledged that even though he is all about hope and change, there are many things he's concerned about with the current administration. >> I am worried about how quickly basic Democratic rules and norms have been weakened.I'm worried about how willing Republicans in Congress have been to surrender their role as members of a co-equal branch of go ...

Countdown to election day, where state races across the country will offer a sense of how voters feel about President Trump and his administration and the Democratic party as a whole. In Virginia, Democrat Abigail Spanberger is leading Republican Winom Earl Sears, the lieutenant governor, by 14 points, according to a poll by Yuggov. More than 1 million people have voted already, which is at a higher rate than in the 2021 election.and 376 miles north in New Jersey, the gubernatorial race could be very close. ...

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Less than a week to go until early voting starts in New York City's mayoral election, which may be seen as a referendum on the future of the Democratic Party. State Assembly member Zoran Mdani, a self-described Democratic socialist, currently leads in the polls against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, now running as an independent. Republican Curtis Leewa trails far behind.Jenna Arnold, Don Callaway, and Susan Del Persio are back with me. So, Jenna, is the race mom Donny's to lose at this point. Did he solidif ...

Election Turnout Analysis - Republican-leaning counties in Virginia are exceeding expectations in early voting [1] - Dinwiddie County's turnout is at 82% [1] - Goochland County's turnout is at 72% [1] - Hanover County's turnout is at 62% [1] - Democrat-heavy regions are lagging behind in turnout [2] - Norfolk City's turnout is at 43% [2] - Charlottesville's turnout is at 42% [2] - Some areas have turnout as low as 31% [2] Political Commentary - The Republican grassroots is energized [2] - Charlie Kirk's message is inspiring voters [3] - Republicans are advancing, not retreating [4]

Election Results and Political Trends - Democrats retained a House seat in Virginia with a nearly 50-point victory in a special election [1] - Democrats continue to outperform in special elections, potentially indicating a trend [2][3] - Despite low approval ratings, Democrats show strong voter turnout in special elections [9][10] Democratic Party Dynamics - There's a perceived shift away from traditional power sources within the Democratic party [4] - The Democratic party may be underestimating its own position [7] - Engaging with non-traditional media, like podcasts (e.g, Joe Rogan), could help Democrats reach broader audiences [5][6] Oversight and Political Strategy - Control of even one chamber of Congress grants subpoena power and oversight capabilities, making redistricting battles significant [13][14][15] - Robert Garcia is highlighted as a bright spot for the Democrats, effectively utilizing oversight [10][11][12]

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