Anderson Clayton

Join U.S. Representatives Sarah McBride and Janelle Bynum, along with political strategists Ben Wikler and Anderson Clayton, as they tackle effective strategies for Democrats to reclaim power everywhere. They discuss the importance of authentic local candidates and grassroots volunteerism. McBride highlights rebuilding trust with voters, while Bynum emphasizes campaign discipline. Wikler shares insights on multi-layered political strategy, and Clayton talks about engaging both urban and rural communities. Together, they explore bridging divides for a broader coalition.

Anderson Clayton, the youngest state party chair in the U.S. and North Carolina party leader, talks youth-focused organizing and her rise from campus activism to statewide leadership. Conversations cover why many young people feel disengaged, ways to make voting feel consequential through local work, creative outreach like vlogs and events, and strategies to mobilize Gen Z across campuses and communities.

Head of the North Carolina Democratic Party discusses engaging with rural communities and addressing political threats. TS Madison and Lovett canonize recent moments in queer history. The Rant Wheel schools us in the art of being enraged.

John Della Volpe, polling director at Harvard Kennedy School and Biden campaign advisor, joins Kristen Soltis Anderson, a leading New York Times pollster, and Anderson Clayton, the young Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party. They delve into the alarming apathy among young voters, exploring their disillusionment with politics and skepticism towards government efficacy. The discussion reveals insights from focus groups on Gen Z’s economic anxieties, perceptions of education, and evolving rights, emphasizing the need to engage and empower this crucial demographic for change.

Anderson Clayton, at just 25, is the youngest chair of a state Democratic Party in the U.S., leading North Carolina through a pivotal political landscape. In this conversation, she dives deep into the state's swing status and the implications of gerrymandering on voter turnout. Clayton shares insights on the stark contrast between moderate Democrats and extreme Republican candidates, especially concerning critical issues like abortion and voter rights. She emphasizes the engagement of younger voters and the importance of grassroots local politics in shaping the future.