Reason Number 14

Mar 5, 2026

They unpack massive Democratic turnout and Latino voting shifts in key primaries. They discuss alarming developments in Iran from succession politics to a U.S. naval strike that broadens the war zone. They cover reports that a U.S. envoy undermined diplomacy and recent U.S. military actions tied to Ecuador. The show closes with upbeat community submissions and good-news bites.

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INSIGHT

Epstein Probe Widens With High-Profile Subpoenas

The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed seven new figures tied to the Epstein files, signaling a widening probe.
Allison lists dates and names including Bill Gates, Leon Black, Doug Band, Sarah Kellen, and Pam Bondi to highlight scope and timeline.

ANECDOTE

Dallas County Precinct Chaos And Sequestered Ballots

Dallas County voters faced confusion after precinct map updates weren't reflected online and the site crashed, forcing a judge to extend hours then the Texas Supreme Court to reverse it.
Allison notes sequestered ballots and that James Tallarico won by ~7 points despite chaos and turnout irregularities.

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Early Primaries Show Surging Democratic Turnout

Massive Democratic turnout in early primaries flipped expectations, with more Democrats than Republicans voting in North Carolina and Texas.
Allison and Dana compare turnout to 2008 and note Roy Cooper's dominant primary win and unusually high vote totals.

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