Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

380: Winning In The Swing States with Janelle Stelson

James and Al raise awareness about the effect of misinformation and voter ID laws, call for strong leadership from the ground up, and weigh election predictions and candidate quality.  Then, they welcome Emmy-winning journalist turned congressional candidate for PA-10, Janelle Stelson, to discuss her campaign against Scott Perry.  They explore the challenges Democrats face in the district, her focus on healthcare, corruption, and the economy, how to address lies from the Right, and the need for change that targets the actual desires that constituents share with the candidates.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guest: Janelle Stelson: Twitter | Website | Facebook Please Support Our Sponsors:Air Doctor Pro:Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code WAROOM to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty, free!Miracle Made:Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/warroom and use the code WARROOM to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Trust & Will:Get 20% off when you go to trustandwill.com/WARROOM

379: Pound The Facts, Pound The Law, Pound the Table With Cait Conley

James and Al analyze the Senate races in Michigan and Maine after the Platner debacle, reflect on Lindsey Graham’s career, and call for greater press freedoms.  Then, they welcome NY-17 congressional candidate Cait Conley to discuss her military background, the end of the war in Iran, and how she plans to win against Mike Lawler.  Together, they discuss her plans to address the cost of living crisis, tackling political corruption and bringing about more accountability, fixing the tax system, the importance of ethical leadership, and the need for change in Washington, DC, Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guest: Cait Conley: Twitter | Website | FaceBook | InstagramPlease Support Our Sponsors:Superpower:Head to Superpower.com and use code WARROOM at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod3 Day Blinds:For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to 3DayBlinds.com/WARROOM  Smalls:Get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/WARROOMMint Mobile:Get premium wireless for just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/warroom

378: Populism & Swing Elections with Ron Brownstein & Rebecca Bennett

James and Al welcome journalist Ron Brownstein to discuss the accusations against Graham Platner and the future of Susan Collins’ Senate seat in Maine, Democrats' changing relationship with Israel, the rise of populism on the Left, and the challenges they face in the general election.  Then, they are joined by US Navy veteran and congressional candidate for NJ-7, Rebecca Bennett, to dive into her military service, building a coalition to win in a swing district, her opponent's absence from the House, the importance of the American Dream, and why she deserves to win in November.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guests: Rebecca Bennett: Twitter | Website | FaceBook | InstagramRon Brownstein: Twitter | Bloomberg | The Atlantic | National Journal | AuthorPlease Support Our Sponsors:Trust & Will:Get 20% off when you go to trustandwill.com/WARROOMMiracle Made:Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/warroom and use the code WARROOM to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Quince:Upgrade your summer fashion and get 365-day returns and free shipping on high-quality, stylish, and affordable clothing you’ll wear for years to come when you go to quince.com/warroom.  Now available in Canada.Aqua Tru:Go to AquaTru.com now for 20% off your purifier using promo code: WARROOM

377: America At 250 with Joseph Ellis & Rep. Josh Turek

As America turns 250, James and Al discuss the rise of the DSA and its popularity among younger voters, rising antisemitism, how the recent SCOTUS decisions will impact the country, and the effects of polarization on our future.  Then, they welcome historian Joseph Ellis to look back at the nation’s inception, the courage of the Founding Fathers, the long process of forging a more perfect union, and the value of understanding our history.  They are also joined by IA Rep. Josh Turek to examine the changing politics of Iowans, highlight the affordability crisis, and game out a midterm win against Senator Joni Ernst.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guests: Rep. Josh Turek: Twitter | Website | Iowa.gov | Team USAJoseph Ellis: Mt. Holyoke College | Website | AuthorPlease Support Our Sponsor:Hers W.L.:Ready to reach your weight loss goals? Visit forhers.com/warroom to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.

376: Schisms With Jim Gerstein

250 Year Competition:Vote for which of Trump’s insiders you think the Founding Fathers would send back to Englandhttps://forms.gle/XFwsfqkec7UEsKxbAJames and Al discuss the DSA's wins in New York’s primaries, the growing schism in the Democratic Party, the need to unite to win in the general, and the prevailing political narratives heading into the midterms, as well as the leaks weakening the Trump administration.  Then, they welcome pollster Jim Gerstein to examine our tumultuous relationship with Israel after the deal with Iran, the challenges facing Netanyahu, and who the country will look to after him.  They also examine the issues that will dominate the midterms and emphasize the need to focus on affordability and make gains with rural voters.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guest: Jim Gerstein: GBAO Strategies Please Support Our Sponsors:Miracle Made:Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/warroom and use the code WARROOM to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Smalls:Get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/WARROOMSuperpower:Head to Superpower.com and use code WARROOM at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpodHers W.L.:Ready to reach your weight loss goals? Visit forhers.com/warroom to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.