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As Republicans at the top of the ticket run on lies about Springfield, and CT Republicans run away from the truth about January 6th, Democrats push back. Plus, we chat with CT Senate candidate Nick Simmons about how his experience led him to run and how he's addressing concerns of voters in SW Connecticut.
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Kamala Harris' debate performance was a home run, touchdown, gooooooaaaaal, and knockout all at once. We talk about the scene from CT viewing parties, the uptick in voter registration numbers, and the endorsement from one Taylor Swift. We also chat with Rob Blanchard, who took a short break from knocking doors on the 28th District to tell us what's on voters' minds and what it's like to be the candidate in a very close race.
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We recap CT's experience and reminisce about the Democratic Convention in Chicago. Delegates and Committee members Gemeem Davis, Meaghan Kehoe, Josh Elliott, and Grace Carlos join for a roundtable wrap-up. We also discuss CT races on the ballot (and RFK Jr. for some reason).
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With the VP candidate named, the convention on the horizon, and the enthusiasm through the roof, we are feeling the energy of campaign 2024! Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz joins to talk about this political moment and another inspiring election 50 years ago – when CT elected the first woman Governor in US history.
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Suddenly, it's a whole new campaign! We discuss the new energy and enthusiasm, the weirdness on the the other side, and recap the CT Women for Harris event. State Senate candidate Brandi Mandato chats with with Bridget Tulikangas about the intersection of policy and politics, her history of service, and the sense of community in the 34th senate district.
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We take a look at the debate last week and its potential effect on the race. We hear from Tom Gardner, poll aggregator at borntorunthenumbers.com, for some insight, and talk about how you can get involved next week to help at all levels. Don't panic. Organize.
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This week, the panel considers the effect of the many, many guilty verdicts handed to the CT Republicans' favorite candidate in a New York courtroom. Plus, we chat with Aaron Zimmer, candidate for the CT State Legislature and host of the podcast The 107 (which you should listen to next!)
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Newly-elected Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves joins us to reflect on his first few months leading the Hat City and the challenges mayors face. Plus, the panel looks at close elections and the big difference a few votes can make.
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This week, we take a look at the results of our Presidential Primary, look back on some predictions from last September about the GOP field, and hear from Treasurer Erick Russell about Connecticut's progress and financial health, baby bonds, and his first year in office.
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Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins us from the road. We also look at efforts to ban books, discuss the importance of local elections (see: the effort to ban books), and predict the fate of GOP Presidential candidates (including one you never heard of).
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Voting rights! Red Lights! Witchcraft! We look at some of the legislation passed this term, shine a spotlight on the book-banning efforts we're fighting in CT, and talk with CT Sen. Bob Duff of Norwalk.
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New year, new format! Mike and Dave welcome Grace to the team as they discuss the GOP own-goal in Tennessee and the implications of expelling sitting legislators, Early Voting in Connecticut, and what to do about Earth Day.
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It's Eastern CT Day on the podcast (with ghost stories!) Congressman Joe Courtney, who knows a thing or two about close elections, chats with Mike about the urgency of 2022 and the work he's done for Connecticut's second district. And CT Senate candidate Lisa Thomas talks with Jesse about the value of face-to-face conversations when it comes to both solving problems and winning votes (even if the voter lives in Illinois).joecourtney.comlisaforstatesenate.com
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Life informs legislating for both US Rep Jahana Hayes and CT Senate candidate Paul Honig. On this week's episode, Rep. Hayes talks about her path to Congress, her approach to the job, and the urgency of this election. And Paul Honig discusses advocating for legislation as his "on-ramp" to running, his experiences talking to thousands of voters, and what he learned by building a net-zero energy house.
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On the road edition! Comptroller candidate Sean Scanlon joins Mike for a wide-ranging chat as they drive from Stamford to UConn (!), and CT Senate candidate Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman calls in from the road to talk about putting her history of activism and action to work for NW Connecticut.
See: seanforct.com | eva4senate.com
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Let's talk money! Treasurer candidate Erick Russell joins to discuss the state of the state's finances, the role of the Treasurer, and another way the state can expand access to abortion. Plus, CT Senate candidate and veteran Tim Gavin on what drew him to public service, what he's learned from both his military and civilian careers, and how to put it all to use to be a better representative for people in the 28th district.
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Do other politics podcasts talk about UFOs and competitive figure skating? Well, ours does! Rep. Jim Himes joins us to talk about Democratic accomplishments like the Inflation Reduction and CHIPS Acts, the nature of hearings and debates in the House (even when they're about UFOs), and the best way to spend a day in Fairfield County. And CT Senate candidate Trevor Crow (whose TikTok you need to go see ⛸️) on defending and expanding abortion rights, economic growth, and running in a swing district.
- Visa fler
