RealClearPolitics Podcast

RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan
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Apr 3, 2024 • 43min

When Fighting Disinformation Becomes Censorship, New WSJ Swing State Polls, and the Results of Wisconsin’s “Zuckerbucks” Referendum

Today, Andrew, Tom, and Carl chat about the new WSJ swing state polls, and the results of Wisconsin’s “Zuckerbucks” referendum. They also discuss Israel and the Democratic Party plus they ask the question: When does fighting disinformation become censorship? Next, Andrew talks to Presidential Historian Tevi Troy about the importance of party platforms. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to WSJ columnist WIlliam Galston on the danger of making a religion out of politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 2, 2024 • 43min

Florida Court Decision on Abortion, New Polls on Who's to Blame for Border Crisis, and is Joe Biden a Bigger Threat to Democracy than Donald Trump?

Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a round-house discussion on new national polls, the Maryland Senate race, and new polls on who voters blame for the crisis at the southern border. They also talk about Monday’s Florida court decision to allow a referendum on abortion in November and RFK Jr. saying Joe Biden is a bigger threat to Democracy than Donald Trump. Next, Tom Bevan talks to Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende about what the U.S. Census says about the Future of Congress. And winding it up, Carl Cannon talks to RCP reporter Addie Von Drehle on the current state of the youth vote. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 43min

Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter Falling on the Same Day, Donald Trump and the Evangelical Vote, and Speaker Mike Johnson’s Evolving Position on Ukraine

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter falling on the same day. They also talk about Donald Trump and the Evangelical Vote. And they ponder whether recent polling of Black voters is accurate, and explain Speaker Mike Johnson’s evolving position on Ukraine funding. Next, Carl talks to National Correspondent Susan Crabtree on the Chinese “Mayflower Church” as it celebrates its one year of freedom in the US. And lastly, Tom talks to White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann on new details of the the Afghan withdrawal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 43min

Rising US/Mexico Border Tensions over Immigration, Chris Christie’s Future, and the Dueling Appearances for Biden and Trump

Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a discussion on Biden and Trump’s dueling appearances in New York, and the US/Mexico border tensions over illegal immigration. They also chat about Chris Christie’s future and the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich in Moscow. Then Andrew is joined by Geoffrey Pohanka of the National Auto Dealers Association to discuss the politics of electric vehicles. And wrapping it up, he speaks with writer/director Joe Dorman about his new biography of Daniel Patrick Moynihan premiering tonight on PBS. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 43min

RFK Jr.'s Voter Appeal, Joe Lieberman's Passing, and Donald Trump Selling Bibles During Holy Week

In today's episode Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan and Emily Jashinsky discuss: Joe Lieberman’s passing, Bobby Kennedy Jr. appeal to voters, and the environment of victimization culture. They also talk about Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-year prison sentence and James Carville’s riff on “preachy” Democrats. Next, Carl talks with attorney Lanny Davis about Joe Lieberman and the need for civil political discourse. And finally, he interviews Christian conservative (but not pro-Trump) Myra Adams about faith, politics, and the new Trump Bible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 43min

Ronna McDaniel Fired at NBC, Trump’s Truth Social Goes Public, and the Collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore

In today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Ronna McDaniel being fired at NBC and Trump’s Truth Social platform going public. They also chat about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Nicole Shanahan and Pete Buttigieg's handling of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. Next, Carl Cannon speaks with author Louis Perron about his new book "Beat the Incumbent: Proven Strategies and Tactics to Win Elections". And finally, Tom Bevan talks to Greg Orman about RFK’s campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 43min

Speaker Mike Johnson's Challenge, New Swing State Polls, and Donald Trump's "Veepstakes"

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon this time talk about the new swing state polls from Bloomberg and Speaker Mike Johnson’s challenges in the House. They also discuss RFK Jrs. VP pick - Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan and Donald Trump’s big “Veepstakes” - who's in the running to be his VP and who's not. Next, Tom talks with RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende on House elections. And closing it up, Andrew speaks with RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree about the state of antisemitism on college campuses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 43min

Donald Trump's Bond Reduced, Ronna McDaniel Hired at NBC, and Why is America’s Youth So Unhappy?

Today, the guys discuss the New York Appeals Court decision to reduce Donald Trump’s bond in his civil fraud case, and new data from Gallup included in their most recent “World Happiness Report” which shows America’s young people are less happy than previous generations. Then, they talk about the conflict within NBC News over the hiring of former RNC Chair Ronnna McDaniel as a network contributor. Next, Carl Cannon chats with Washington Post columnist Karen Tumulty about current news. And winding it up, Andrew talks with RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about the cancelation of an Israeli delegation’s White House visit, and the relationship between President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 43min

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Move to Vacate the House Speaker’s Chair, Trump’s Financial Options, and New Battleground State Polls from CNN.

Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene’s move to vacate the House Speaker’s Chair. Also, a look at new battleground state polls from CNN. Then, they talk about Trump’s financial options in the days before he has to post bond in New York, and look at the politics of President Biden’s proposal for a $10,000 credit for first-time and repeat homebuyers. Next, Andrew talks to James Freeman, assistant editor of The Wall Street Journal’s editorial page, about Dean Phillips’ surprising strength in the Ohio Democratic primary and whether it reveals a growing protest vote against President Biden. And finally, Tom speaks with Mary Katharine Ham about the politics of Laken Riley’s murder and its impact on America’s views of illegal immigration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 43min

The Biden Impeachment Hearings, the Shohei Ohtani Gambling Scandal, and are the Democrats Taking RFK Jr Seriously?

This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about presidential candidate RFK Jr: what are his chances and who will he pick as a running mate? They also discuss the Biden impeachment hearings in the House and the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Gerrick D. Wilkins, author of the new book, “Unshackling Democracy” about term limits and other political reforms. Then finally, Tom, Carl, and RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree discuss passage of California Prop One Homelessness Initiative. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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