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Biden on Hispanic Voters, Trump on Jewish Voters, and When Can Haiti Begin to Recover?

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss why President Biden is in Arizona and Nevada today, and how he is targeting Hispanic voters. Also, Donald Trump says Jews who vote Democratic “Hate Israel” and their religion. Then, they talk about the NYTimes’ article relating what new data says about the real cost of pandemic school closures, and the 45th anniversary of the founding of C-SPAN. Next, Tom Bevan discusses today’s Senate GOP primary race in Ohio and what California’s turn-out numbers mean with RCP Sen...

Mar 19, 202443 minEp. 554

Biden and Netanyahu Talk, Supreme Court on First Amendment, and "Bloodbathgate"

In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about President Biden finally speaking to BiBi Netanyahu for the first time in a month, the Supreme Court on the First Amendment and Big Tech, and the scoop on the GridIron Dinner. Also "Bloodbathgate" the fallout over President Trump's bloodbath comment. Next Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann ponder over the question: Is Biden chafing at the staff’s attempt to control him? And finally, Tom Bevan and Richard Porter discuss the big changes at the RNC.

Mar 18, 202443 minEp. 553

Trump's Legal Troubles, Jake Tapper vs Aaron Rogers, and Which Party is Better at Getting Out the Vote?

This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about the 4 criminal cases Donald Trump is facing including the ruling by Judge Scott McAfee that DA Fani Willis is not disqualified from prosecuting the Georgia RICO case. They also discuss which party is better at getting out the vote and the reporting by CNN's Jake Tapper on NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers' history of conspiracy theories regarding the Sandy Hook school shooting. Next, Tom interviews journalist Al Hunt on Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's anti-...

Mar 15, 202443 minEp. 552

Dems Going After Third Parties, Kamala Harris Polls, and Elon Musk vs Don Lemon

In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss new polls in Nevada, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. Also, Dems going after third party candidates. Then, they talk about Kamala Harris Polls and her visit to an abortion clinic PLUS the Elon Musk and Don Lemon fight on Twitter. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Mollie Hemingway on the Nancy Mace/George Stephanopoulos Interview. And finally, Andy Walworth chats with Thom Shanker on the DNI Threat Assessment and Putin’s Nuclear Threats.

Mar 14, 202443 minEp. 551

New Polls on Biden, Abortion Bans Big for Dem Campaigns, and Tick Tock for Tik Tok

In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's latest polling numbers after his State of the Union speech, how abortion bans are effecting voter turnout, and the House passing a bill that could lead to the ban of the Chinese social media platform Tik Tok. Next, Andrew interviews columnist John Feehery and then Carl speaks with his old friend Patricia Murphy who is a journalist for the Atlanta Journal Constitution. They discuss Biden's Atlanta rally and his popularity.

Mar 13, 202442 minEp. 550

The Robert Hur Testimony on Biden Docs, GOP Rep. Ken Buck Resigns, and Can a 3rd Party Influence the Election?

Today - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee about the Biden classified documents investigation and GOP Rep. Ken Buck resigning from Congress thereby narrowing the House majority. They also talk about the Slate article on third parties and the Financial Times article on Biden moving to the middle in general. Then, Tom Bevan speaks with Sean Trende on 10 interesting Senate races to watch. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks with Ph...

Mar 12, 202443 minEp. 549

The Katie Britt Fall-Out, The Oscars Cheers and Jeers, and Should Biden Have Used the Word "Illegal"?

In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's State of the Union address and his comments on Hamas and the choice of using the word “illegals” vs. “undocumented". They also talk about the Deseret Values Poll and the Katie Britt back-peddling. Next. Carl speaks with Emily Jashinsky about the Oscar winners and losers. And finally, Andy interviews journalist Matt Taibbi on winning the RCP Samizdat award for his revealing work with other authors last year on the Twitter files.

Mar 11, 202443 minEp. 548

State of the Union Reactions, Big Changes at the RNC, and What's Up with No Label?

Today's podcast features Andrew Walworth, and Real Clear Politics correspondents Susan Crabtree and Phil Wegmann discussing Biden's State of the Union address and the GOP's response. They also talk about the "No Labels" party and the big changes coming at the RNC. Then, Andy interviews Jay Bhattacharya, M.D., Ph.D., who is a professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine in the Department of Health Policy. They chat about the Samizdat award. And finally, Carl Cannon interviews Eric Spit...

Mar 09, 202443 minEp. 547

State of the Union: Who Will Act Up?, Who is Katie Britt?, and What Will Biden Say About Gaza?

In today's podcast, Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Biden's big State of the Union Address. They predict what Biden might say and wonder if any lawmakers will heckle him. Then they chat about Alabama Republican Senator Katie Britt and the GOP's response to the SOTU. And finally, Andy interviews Mohamed Younis from Galup on his State of the Union predictions and Carl interviews Miranda Devine of the New York Post on the Samizdat award.

Mar 08, 202443 minEp. 546

Nikki Haley Drops Out, the California Senate Race, and What Should Biden Say About the Economy?

Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss the aftermath of Super Tuesday, Adam Schiff advancing in the California Senate election, and Nikki Haley finally ending her presidential campaign. Then Tom interviews political reporter Josh Kraushauer on Super Tuesday election results and Carl speaks with political correspondent Susan Crabtreee on the California senate race.

Mar 07, 202443 minEp. 545

Super Tuesday, SOTU Predictions, and Why Is Michelle Obama So Popular?

Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Super Tuesday, crime in different cities, the latest polls, and give predictions for the State of the Union address. Then, Tom speaks with Sean Trende on Super Tuesday and Trump’s appeal. And finally Carl interviews Salena Zito asking the question - Can Trump get moderates on board?

Mar 06, 202443 minEp. 544

SCOTUS Rules Trump Stays on Ballot, New Polling Numbers, and Is Nikki Haley Done After Super Tuesday?

Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Today's guests: Andy interviews WH correspondent Phil Wegmann on Biden's new polling numbers and his New Yorker interview. And, Carl interviews Greg Orman on the Supreme Court's decision to keep Trump on the ballot and Colorado's decision to take Trump off the ballot.

Mar 05, 202445 minEp. 543

The Dueling Texas Photo -Op, Biden's Polling Numbers. and Hunter Biden Transcripts

Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Nick Tolano - Executive Director of political reform group Unite America and Democratic Strategist Maria Cardona on Joe Biden's polling numbers.

Mar 02, 202443 minEp. 542

Navalny's Death, Fani Willis on the Stand, and Tension in Trumpworld

Read Phil Wegman's piece, Sharp Elbows, Even Sharper Knives in Trump Inner Sanctums Subscribe to Carl Cannon's Morning Note Find podcasts and more on RealClearPolitics.com Get the latest polling averages on today's races Subscribe on iTunes to catch every episode...

Feb 16, 202433 minEp. 535

Poll Position: What the Polls Say About Today's New York Special Election

On today's RealClearPolitics Poll Position podcast, RCP president and co-founder Tom Bevan discusses the latest polling on Tuesday's special election in New York's third congressional district with pollsters Don Levy, Director of the Siena College Research Center and Spencer Kimball, Director at the Emerson College Polling Center.

Feb 13, 202417 minEp. 534

Poll Position: Democratic Pollster Michael Bocian on Biden vs. Trump

Democratic pollster Michael Bocian, a principal at the polling firm GBAO, joins RealClearPolitics president and co-founder Tom Bevan to discuss the 20204 presidential race. In 2022, Bocian worked on Democratic races, including Senator Raphael Warnock (GA), Senator John Fetterman (PA), Governors Tony Evers (WI), Laura Kelly (KS), and Governor Tina Kotek (OR). He also conducted independent expenditure polling in 2022 to help re-elect Governors Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM) and Gretchen Whitmer (MI),...

Jan 30, 202416 minEp. 530

Poll Position With James Lee of Susquehanna Polling & Research - Can Trump Carry Pennsylvania?

James Lee, president and CEO of Susquehanna Polling & Research joins RCP president and co-founder Tom Bevan to discuss a new Susquehanna poll of Pennsylvania voters which show President Joe Biden leading Donald Trump by 7.5%. They also discuss the results of the New Hampshire primary, the difficulty of polling New Hampshire voters, and why incumbent Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey continues to hold a lead over likely Republican opponent Dave McCormick.

Jan 25, 202414 minEp. 528

The RealClearPolitics Poll Position Podcast: Iowa Pollster J. Ann Selzer Dissects the Caucuses and Looks Ahead to New Hampshire

Join us for the latest edition of the RealClearPolitics podcast "Poll Position." On this program, RCP president and co-founder Tom Bevan discusses the results of the Iowa caucuses with J. Ann Selzer, president of Selzer & Co and conductor of The Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom Iowa Poll. Topics include the reasons for Trump's margin of victory, the challenge of polling caucus goers, the effects of turnout and the shift toward the Republican Party in Iowa over the last 10 years. Each we...

Jan 16, 202415 minEp. 526

The RealClearPolitics Poll Position Podcast: Charles Franklin of The Marquette Law School Poll

Join us for the second edition of a new podcast from RealClearPolitics. "RCP Poll Position" looks at the state of American political polling and features in-depth discussions with some of America's top pollsters and public opinion experts. On this program, RCP president and co-founder Tom Bevan talks with Charles Franklin, Professor of Law and Public Policy and Director of the Marquette Law School Poll. They discuss the challenges of polling in advance of the Iowa caucuses, what pollsters are do...

Jan 10, 202414 minEp. 524
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