Bulwark Takes Democrats Surge in Surprise Special Election Wins
Apr 9, 2026
Tim Miller, political strategist focused on pro-democracy organizing, offers a take on recent Democratic momentum. He discusses surprising wins in Wisconsin and Georgia. He explains why a 14-point swing could make states like Texas and Florida competitive. He also covers fundraising, messaging limits, and the need to guard against misinformation.
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Volunteer Locally Even In Red States
- Do volunteer with your local state or county party to support down-ballot and unexpected competitive races.
- Tim Miller recommends reaching out even in red states and names Alaska, Arkansas, and Kentucky as places meeting organizers at a state-party meeting.
State Party Meeting Revealed Unseen Competitive Races
- Tim Miller recounts meeting state party operatives at a gathering and hearing firsthand that many places are unexpectedly competitive.
- He mentions Alaska's state House and Senate could be winnable and praises Mary Peltola as a top Senate recruit.
Target Disaffected Voters With Practical Messages
- Go to communities where Democrats usually underperform and focus messaging on pocket issues like tariffs, energy prices, and responsiveness.
- Tim Miller urges presenting a 'clean slate' to voters disillusioned with Trump and emphasizing pro-democracy responsiveness.