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Hey folks,
Well, this one got HEATED.
Jack Cocchiarella and I started out talking about the absolute chaos unfolding inside the Republican Party after Democrats’ massive election victories. But then we got into a debate about Chuck Schumer, Chris Van Hollen, and the future of Democratic leadership that turned into one of the most intense conversations we’ve ever had.
And look, Jack and I love each other. But we don’t always agree. Especially when it comes to how Democrats actually win.
This is a must-watch if you care about where our party goes next.
Here’s what we get into:
[00:01:05] We celebrate the new generation of Democratic senators, from Annie Andrews to James Talarico, and talk about why Democrats need to keep showing up in unexpected places.
[00:12:29] The MAGA civil war is heating up. Republicans are turning on John Thune after devastating election losses, but have they actually learned anything?
[00:21:39] Jack and I clash over Chuck Schumer’s leadership, the Democratic establishment, and whether replacing him with Chris Van Hollen would actually change anything.
[00:35:59] Things get personal as we debate generational change, Medicare for All, Israel, and what it really takes to rebuild trust in the Democratic Party.
[00:49:35] I make my case for why Democrats need a real plan before replacing their leaders. We end with a reminder that even when we disagree passionately, we’re fighting for the same thing.
Here’s what I keep coming back to: We just won a hell of a lot of elections. That’s worth celebrating. And yes, we need to have difficult conversations about our leadership, our strategy, and the future of this party. But those conversations have to be about more than who’s popular or unpopular. They have to be about how we build power, win elections, and deliver for people.
Jack sees things differently, and that’s okay. We need room for disagreement without tearing each other apart. That’s what makes these conversations important.
If you believe in honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations about the future of our democracy, help me keep them going. We’re building something independent here, and your support makes it possible.
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With urgency,
—Mike
