Democrats Zero In On Midterms

Democrats Zero In On Midterms

September 1, 2026 · 31 min

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Jane speaks with Matt Yglesias about what Democrats need to do to succeed in the upcoming midterms.

The House passed a short-term measure today to fund the federal government into early December , a move designed to avoid a chaotic shutdown as lawmakers campaign for reelection. On today's show, Jane speaks with Slow Boring’s Matt Yglesias about what Democrats need to do – and avoid – to make November really count this year. Show Notes: Check out Matt's work – www.slowboring.com Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode , please email transcripts@crooked.com

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