About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of recent primary wins by progressives for the Democratic establishment.

Progressives are racking up primary wins. Is the Democratic establishment getting the message? This show was edited by Christina Vallice, fact checked by Esther Gim, mixed by David Tatasciore, video edited by Frank Posillico, and hosted by Astead Herndon. Special thanks to Kasia Broussalian.  You can also watch this episode on youtube.com/vox. Listen to America, Actually ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. New Vox members get $20 off their membership right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Astead Herndon

Topics covered

• Democratic Party
• progressives
• primary elections
• political establishment
• election outcomes

Keywords

• Democratic divide
• progressives
• primary wins
• political commentary
• Vox

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Organizations: Vox Media

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