
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 195 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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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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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.
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.
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.
Great content on the elections that matter but don’t get coverage
Easy to digest info about the backbone of US politics. Dave and Dave are great hosts!
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This podcast offers a comprehensive analysis of elections that occur beneath the presidential level, focusing on races for Congress, state offices, and local elections. With a wealth of experience in political analysis, the hosts illuminate the complexities and dynamics of various electoral contests, providing listeners with critical insights into voter behavior and election outcomes. Each episode typically features in-depth discussions with experts and political figures, addressing pressing electoral issues and strategies relevant to Democrats and the changing political landscape across the United States.
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