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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Emily Jashinsky, Washington correspondent for the UnHerd website, look forward to next week’s presidential debate and discuss new polls that show some tightening Senate races. They also talk about the return of anti-Israeli protests on US campuses and media coverage of J. D. Vance’s comments on this week’s school shooting in Georgia. Next, Tom Bevan talks to pollster David Paleologos, director of the Suffolk University Political Research Center about where third-party and undecided voters will ultimately land in November’s election. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to Charlie Tidmarsh, who writes the “This Week...
Episode 681 • 6 September 2024 • 47m and 4s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Donald Trump’s announcement today that if elected he’ll name Elon Musk to head a commission on government efficiency, and whether Democrats or Republicans now have a better get-out-the-vote effort for the November election. They also talk about the Biden Justice Department’s allegation that Vladimir Putin is trying to sway voters in favor of Donald Trump and how much influence Russia really has over US political discourse. Plus, a look at how corporations like Ford, Harley-Davidson, and Lowes are retreating from their embrace of political correctness. Next, Andrew talks to political consultant and pollst...
Episode 680 • 5 September 2024 • 47m and 5s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss new swing state polls from CNN and whether Harris can win with a “vibes” strategy that avoids making specific policy proposals. They also talk about the effect of recent immigration on the US economy, and how immigration features in the presidential race. Plus, they chat about Tim Walz’ brother who has commented on the Democratic vice-presidential nominee’s fitness for office. Is the media giving the Walz family fair coverage compared to other candidates’ family stories? Next, Tom talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about the critical Senate race in Pennsylvania. And finishing up, Andrew...
Episode 679 • 4 September 2024 • 47m and 4s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the Trump/Harris race and look forward to key political events in September. They discuss whether the accusations of Harris changing her accent are a legitimate campaign issue. They also talk about Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz’ avoidance of a press question about the six hostages killed by Hamas in Gaza and the Harris campaign’s attack on Green presidential candidate Jill Stein as a “useful idiot” of Russia. Then, Tom talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about the presidential race and what factors will be critical to victory in November. And lastly...
Episode 678 • 3 September 2024 • 44m and 50s
On this special Labor Day edition of RealClearPolitics, Andrew Walworth interviews presidential historian Tevi Troy on his new book, “The Power and the Money,” about the changing relationship between leading corporate CEOs and American presidents. Then, Tom Bevan interviews Andrew Parasiliti from Al-Monitor about the future of the Middle East and America’s policy options in the region. Next, Carl Cannon talks to former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy (D. RI) about his efforts to help American families deal with addiction to prescription medication. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone interviews retired journalist Frank Beaman about his experience covering the 1968 Democratic Conven...
Episode 677 • 2 September 2024 • 43m and 5s
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss last night’s television CNN interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz conducted by Dana Bash, and J.D. Vance’s response to Harris’ comments. They then discuss why IVF has emerged as an issue in this year’s presidential contest, and Donald Trump’s statement yesterday that he did not support a six-week abortion ban in Florida. Also, a look at whether the presidential debate could be derailed by disagreement over whether or not to mute the on-stage mics. Andrew Walworth and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Kamala Harris’ re...
Episode 676 • 31 August 2024 • 46m and 7s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss tonight’s scheduled CNN interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, including questions suggested for interviewer Dana Bash by the Trump campaign. Plus, they also talk about new swing state polls and the Supreme Court ruling rejecting President Biden’s appeal for student loan relief. Then, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP National Political Correspondent Susan Crabtree about her new reporting on Iranian plots to infiltrate US security services. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution about censorship of social media platforms.
Episode 675 • 29 August 2024 • 47m and 7s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss tomorrow’s long-awaited television interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz on CNN and new polls that show Republican Larry Hogan tied with Democrat Angela Alsobrooks in the Maryland senate race. They also talk about Jack Smith’s revised indictment of Donald Trump and the controversy over Trump’s appearance at the memorial service of 13 US service members killed by a suicide bomber at the Kabul Airport during the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Then, Andrew Walworth interviews presidential historian Tevi Troy about his new book, “The Power and the Money,” about the changing relationship between leading CE...
Episode 674 • 28 August 2024 • 47m and 4s
Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Sean Trende discuss the 3 big questions about the election, the Harris/ Trump dueling campaign ads, and the border wall. They also talk about the controversy over the ABC presidential debate and Mark Zuckerberg's letter to Congress. Then finally, Carl interviews Greg Orman about RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Donald Trump.
Episode 673 • 27 August 2024 • 46m and 6s
Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the reaction to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance’s recent appearances on the Sunday talk shows. They also discuss how both the Harris and Trump campaigns are jockeying for position in advance of the upcoming presidential debate on ABC News and President Biden’s role in both leading the country and in the Harris campaign. Then, Tom Bevan talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Donald Trump’s speech today marking the third anniversary of the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan. (which left 13 US servi...
Episode 672 • 26 August 2024 • 47m and 5s
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