I tried to go live on Substack tonight, but for whatever reason, it wouldn’t let me add
as a co-host. Sigh.Sooo, we went live on Instagram (check out my account here) and I am re-sharing our conversation for your listening (and viewing!) pleasure.
Topics included:
Will PA vote to retain their judges? And why was this such a big deal?
Is Abigail Spanberger the future of the Democratic Party?
UPDATE: She was just declared PROJECTED WINNER and will be the new Governor of Virginia (flipped it blue!) — and the FIRST woman to hold the position!
Why is the NJ Governor race important? It’s a close race, which is an unusual thing for NJ. What gives? Kim and I discuss.
Is Zohran Mamdani the future of the Democratic Party? What we say may surprise you!
Why is Mamdani resonating with NYC? I believe it is because of his choice to put people-first policies at the center of his campaign. Kim said it was because he is being PROACTIVE not REACTIVE. What can the Democrats learn from his well-run strategy?
And where should the Democrats go from here? It feels like herding cats, but we think there are some key ideas emerging that they could capitalize on before the momentum slips away.
All eyes on 2026 and the midterms! Stay tuned!
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In solidarity,
Natalie
