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The Downballot podcast is dedicated to the thousands of elections below the presidency, from Senate to city council. With more than 20 years of experience analyzing U.S. elections, we provide unparalleled insight into congressional, state, and local races nationwide. Tune in every Thursday morning for one-of-a-kind coverage of these key contests. www.the-downballot.com

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We are delighted to wrap up the year with our presentation of the Third Annual Downballot Awards! We celebrate both the highlights and the lowlights of a truly wild year.

Who will win the honor for Funniest Cancellation of a Special Election? The Li... more

Georgia Democrats didn’t just flip a deep-red seat in a special election on Tuesday. They’ve also sent Republicans into a panic—in the Peach State and across the country. On this week’s episode of The Downballot podcast, co-hosts David Nir and David ... more

Tuesday’s special election in Tennessee’s deeply conservative 7th District yielded two things for Republicans: a win, and widespread panic. On The Downballot podcast this week, co-hosts David Nir and David Beard explain why Democrat Aftyn Behn’s 13-p... more

A federal court issued a shock ruling this week barring Texas from using its brand-new GOP gerrymander, but what does it all mean? We explore every nook and cranny of this stunning development on this week’s episode of The Downballot podcast, includi... more

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Recent Guests

Richard von Glahn
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Episode: Georgia GOP panics after huge Dem flip
Lou Jacobson
Chief author of The Almanac of American Politics and senior columnist at Sabato's Crystal Ball
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Episode: Shock TX ruling dashes GOP gerrymander
John Ray
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Episode: The inside scoop on The Downballot's new polling
Chris Galdieri
Professor of Political Science at St. Anselm College
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Episode: The inside scoop on The Downballot's new polling
Justin Kanew
Founder and editor of The Tennessee Holler
The Tennessee Holler
Episode: Justin Kanew’s inside scoop on TN’s big special election
Gaby Goldstein
Founder and president of State Futures, co-founder of Sister District, advocating for state-level capacity to govern boldly.
State Futures
Episode: How Dems are fighting back—state by state
Dan Helmer
Delegate in Virginia's House of Delegates and Campaigns Chair of the Virginia House Democratic Caucus
Virginia House Democratic Caucus
Episode: Why Virginia Dems think they can win big
Rob Sand
Iowa state auditor and Democrat running for Iowa's open governorship
State of Iowa
Episode: How Rob Sand plans to win Iowa’s governorship

Hosts

David Beard
Contributor at The Downballot and experienced political analyst, known for providing insights into state and local elections.
David Nir
Publisher of The Downballot with extensive experience in electoral politics, focusing on down ballot strategies and Democratic campaign efforts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 168 ratings
  • The Hispanic vote

    As always great breakdown dear David’s. I’m guessing that the Hispanic voters would be more motivated by the terrifying ICE raids on their communities first and affordability somewhere down their list.

    Great show.

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    IoB.
    United Statesa month ago
  • Generally ok

    I listened weekly for the past few years. Great to have a local election news source.

    However, they consistently call centrist, establishment Dems “progressives.” In their definition, “progressivism” is simply stale identity politics peddled by Hilary Clinton & co.

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    DanDüma
    United States6 months ago
  • Generally ok

    I listened weekly for the past few years. Great to have a local election news source.

    However, they consistently call centrist, establishment Dems “progressives.” In their definition, “progressivism” is simply stale identity politics peddled by Hilary Clinton & co.

    At the same time, they’ve mum noticeably mum in covering competitive left-wing candidates (e.g. Zohran Mamdani) that focus on economic populism.

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    DanDüma
    United States6 months ago
  • David^2 = 5*

    Great content on the elections that matter but don’t get coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qwetghasdf123
    United States6 months ago
  • Essential!

    Easy to digest info about the backbone of US politics. Dave and Dave are great hosts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fan named Laura
    United States6 months ago

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Critiques have surfaced regarding the portrayal of Democratic candidates as progressives, with some listeners feeling this blurs the line with centrist politics.
Listeners appreciate the incisive analysis of local and state elections, with many praising the hosts' expertise and engaging presentation.
The podcast is seen as invaluable for those wanting to stay informed about down-ballot races and electoral trends, making it a favorite among political enthusiasts.

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Georgia GOP panics after huge Dem flip
Q: What can you tell us about the grassroots effort against the GOP's new congressional map?
The grassroots effort included organizing town halls, gathering signatures, and rallying Missourians against the new map which was perceived as a gerrymander aimed at undermining Democratic interests.
Georgia GOP panics after huge Dem flip
Q: What is a veto referendum?
A veto referendum allows citizens to check the legislature if it goes too far on an issue, and it has been used successfully in Missouri to block legislation like the right-to-work law.
GOP in disarray after Tennessee special
Q: Can you tell our listeners what the Almanac is?
The Almanac is a reference book that provides biographies of all members of Congress and descriptions of electoral data.
Shock TX ruling dashes GOP gerrymander
Q: How would you define a successful campaign in terms of external outreach?
Successful campaigns center around trust, connection, and adaptability to community needs, engaging with voters through both traditional and innovative methods.
Shock TX ruling dashes GOP gerrymander
Q: What has been the successful changes in Democratic messaging and what has not worked so well?
The industry has always been a half-step behind commercial entities, and the truth is campaigns need to start from understanding the voters and their media consumption habits, not just rely on previous successes.

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