Best Claire Mccaskill Podcasts (2024)

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Gaming Out Doomsday Scenarios 44:57

10h ago44:57

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The fallout from last week’s doozy of a debate continues, with voters, party leaders and donors all working to figure out if Joe Biden is still their guy. This, as a devastating Supreme Court term ends after several extraordinary rulings that will reverberate for years to come. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director…

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Biden’s Debate Disaster: What’s Next? 44:13

6d ago44:13

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So that happened...the first presidential debate of 2024 is now officially in the books, and it did not go well for President Biden. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri are joined by the Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens to break down everything that happened between the two candidates in Atlanta…

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Live Coverage: Biden-Trump Presidential Debate 1:32:06

8d ago1:32:06

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It’s been four years since President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump have gone head-to-head. And on Thursday night, the incumbent and the former president faced off in the first presidential debate of 2024. The debate was held in Atlanta and hosted by CNN. The candidates sparred on issues ranging from reproductive rights to immigration …

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Scrappy Scranton Joe 38:56

15d ago38:56

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It’s a scorcher in much of the US, and everyone’s feeling the heat. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri drill down on how to frame Biden’s important executive action that builds on the work of DACA, and how Trump’s Milwaukee comment is playing amid lower crime stats in many of our biggest cities…

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Stark Contrasts, Steep Prices 35:55

23d ago35:55

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Is retribution a winning campaign issue? That’s the question Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri want to answer this week. And the striking contrast of the two presidential candidates comes into sharper focus: while one meets with G7 world leaders after honoring the fallen heroes of D-Day, the o…

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Pride and Prejudices 35:34

28d ago35:34

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What a difference a week makes. Last Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri spoke, the jury was deliberating, and now the contrast of the two incumbents is in stark relief. The pair frame how to talk about running against an opponent found guilty on 34 criminal counts, and how desperate Republicans…

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Building a Killer Ground Game 37:58

1M ago37:58

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There’s been a lot of hand wringing this week as Democrats read Chicken Little headlines, leading to some nerves about Biden’s prospects this fall. But Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri seek to calm the waters and highlight what Biden has going for him beyond his legislative record: laying the…

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Don’t Sleep on the Swing Voter 38:47

2M ago38:47

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When thinking about how to win 2024, don’t sleep on the swing voter. That’s the takeaway Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri hope to get across. But it’s a “Yes, and...” scenario. Biden needs to keep touting his wins on the economy and jobs, while highlighting where Republicans are blocking prog…

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Cranes in the Sky and Voters on the Ground 40:45

2M ago40:45

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As Michael Cohen testified against Trump in Manhattan, Biden notched a win by setting the parameters for two presidential debates. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri break down this week's primary results and why healthcare should stay front and center in the 2024 campaign. Then, Deborah Scott …

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Six Months Out 40:06

2M ago40:06

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Six months out from the election, and a few issues are converging. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri drill down on what’s working and what President Biden needs to focus on around a few key issues like immigration, the war in Gaza and reproductive rights. And after Senator Tim Scott tied himse…

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The Kids Are Alright 41:29

2M ago41:29

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What do the newest generation of voters want? What engages them and motivates them? This is a question that's central to 2024, as protests over Gaza continue on college campuses nationwide. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri check in with Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez, Executive Director of NextGen…

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Live Coverage: White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner 37:47

2M ago37:47

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This year's White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner features NBC News Senior White House Correspondent and President of the White House Correspondents' Association, Kelly O'Donnell. With remarks from President Joe Biden and Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update host Colin Jost. Listen to the event here.…

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On the Trail and on Trial 34:47

2M ago34:47

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An extraordinary phase of the 2024 race unfolding this week as Donald Trump finds himself stuck in a Manhattan courtroom and the focus of historic Supreme Court arguments, while President Biden sprints across a major battleground state. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri zero in on that stunnin…

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Trials and Tribulations 35:24

3M ago35:24

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"We have our jury,” announced Judge Juan Merchan late Thursday as the historic trial against the former president continues. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri explore the heart of the case and underscore the finer points of jury selection (voir dire) with former US attorney and law professor J…

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Bringing the 1800s into 2024 37:54

3M ago37:54

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This week, as Biden announced a new student debt relief plan, Trump waffled on his reproductive rights position. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri drill down on the implications of both for 2024. Then, MSNBC’s All In host Chris Hayes stops by to talk shop about a new recurring series on…

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BONUS: The Stakes of Immigration with Aaron Reichlin-Melnick 1:05:52

3M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a special series from “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast,” called “WITHpod 2024: The Stakes.” For the first time since 1892, we have an election in which both candidates have presidential records. It’s a unique chance to take a hard look at what both Joe Biden and Donald Trum…

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A Playbook Full of Silver Linings 39:01

3M ago39:01

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Tensions are elevated as protests continue in Israel and Trump is scrambling for cash. This week, former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri offer Team Biden the strategy of walking and chewing gum at the same time. Then, Daria Dawson, Executive Director of America Votes, joins to highlight how …

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What’s Past is Prologue for Presidential Norms 36:44

3M ago36:44

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As we get closer to Trump's first criminal trial, Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri sit down for a conversation with NBC News presidential historian Michael Beschloss on how former president Trump has changed long held presidential traditions, and how history will judge this time. The f…

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Spoiler Alerts and Deepfakes 39:35

4M ago39:35

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Five more states held primaries this week, and former Vice President Pence joined the growing list of Trump’s former cabinet members that just can’t back him in 2024. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri analyze the trends and the importance of Biden’s effort to court Latino voters. Then, …

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What the Polls Actually Say 39:18

4M ago39:18

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President Biden and Vice President Harris are hitting the road. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri weigh in on the post-State of the Union tour, including the Veep’s stop at an abortion clinic in Minnesota. And they get into Majority Leader Schumer’s direct call for new elections in Isra…

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Live Coverage: State of the Union 2:20:23

4M ago2:20:23

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President Joe Biden delivered his third State of the Union address Thursday night. Listen here for the full speech followed by expert analysis from MSNBC’s political team, led by Rachel Maddow. For more political coverage, visit msnbc.com.By Rachel Maddow, Chris Hayes, Jen Psaki, Joy Reid, Lawrence O'Donnell, Alex Wagner, Nicolle Wallace

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A Third-Party Run Helps an Army of Extremists 37:47

4M ago37:47

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Though 2024’s Super Tuesday issued few surprises, there were nuanced insights for Democrats and troubling signs for Trump. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri look at lessons learned from the 15 state contests. Then, Third Way’s Matt Bennett joins to detail No Labels' well publicized gath…

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Live Coverage: Super Tuesday Results 1:45:05

4M ago1:45:05

1:45:05

Voters in 16 states cast their ballots in presidential primaries across the country this Super Tuesday. As expected, Joe Biden and Donald Trump won the majority of their respective party’s delegates while Nikki Haley struggled to pick up wins. Listen here to a portion of the coverage as Rachel Maddow and MSNBC’s political team analyze the results i…

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Live from 92NY! 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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On a special “How To Win 2024’ edition, live from the 92nd Street Y, MSNBC’s Katy Tur hosts former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jen Palmieri to talk about Biden’s record, Trump’s base of support and what's at stake in the coming presidential election. Among the issues they touch on: the war in Gaza, the Al…

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A Super, Stupor Tuesday 34:06

4M ago34:06

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With Michigan and South Carolina in the rear view, former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Comms Director Jen Palmieri digest the results from their unique perspective, diverging from much of the media coverage. And onward to Super Tuesday with former Lt. Governor and Republican National Committee Chair Michael Steele. They talk abou…

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Live Coverage: South Carolina Primary Results 1:58:12

4M ago1:58:12

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The results of South Carolina’s Republican primary are in, with NBC’s Decision Desk calling the race for former President Donald Trump within moments of polls closing. Though she lost in her home state, Nikki Haley vowed to continue to Super Tuesday in her concession speech. Listen here as MSNBC’s political team, led by Rachel Maddow, analyzes the …

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Abortion and Guns and Russia, Oh My! 43:29

5M ago43:29

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After a week that saw the Alabama Supreme Court decide that frozen embryos are children and Joe Manchin decide against a third-party run, Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Comms Director Jen Palmieri dig into the week's ups and downs through their unique strategy lens. They also welcome Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas to detail a heal…

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Let’s Talk About Biden’s Age 33:29

5M ago33:29

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Getting into their campaign mode three-point stance, Senator Claire McCaskill and White House Comms Director Jen Palmieri shift gears to look at the biggest news of the week from their unique comms and strategy lens. And after last week’s report from Special Counsel Hur that's put a spotlight on Biden, veteran prosecutor Andrew Weissmann talks abou…

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Live Coverage: SCOTUS Ballot Disqualification Hearing 1:28:34

5M ago1:28:34

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The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments today in the unprecedented ballot disqualification case that could see former President Donald Trump removed from the primary ballot in Colorado. Listen here as MSNBC’s political team, led by Rachel Maddow, offers their expert analysis.By Rachel Maddow, Joy Reid, Andrew Weissmann, Chris Hayes, Ari Melber, Lawrence O'Donnell

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Bidenomics 101 39:25

5M ago39:25

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After a week of epic fails from the House and Senate GOP on Mayorkas and immigration, Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri highlight the significant chasm between Biden and Trump’s campaign coffers. Like Biden, the country’s economic picture is pretty rosy, so why does their guest, economist Jason Furman, think Biden is trailing Trump on the…

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Is it a Caucus or is it a Primary? 35:02

5M ago35:02

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Former Senator Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri dig into the week's biggest stories from the campaign trail including Nikki Haley's new “Grumpy Old Men” ad campaign and Liz Cheney trolling on X. Also, this week, the House impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas takes shape, despite conservatives like Alan Dershowitz sayi…

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Dark Money and Bidenology 36:18

6M ago36:18

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With the New Hampshire primary in the rearview, Senator Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri break down what the results from the Granite state mean for Nikki Haley, Donald Trump and Joe Biden. And NBC’s resident Biden-ologist Mike Memoli stops in for a look at what the Biden re-election campaign is up to, and what core issues he needs to address…

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Live Coverage: New Hampshire Primary Results 1:37:16

6M ago1:37:16

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As the polls closed in New Hampshire and the results came in, MSNBC’s political team, led by Rachel Maddow, were live on air to analyze what the voters in the Granite State had to say in Tuesday's primary, including an appearance by former Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Listen as Rachel, Steve Kornacki, and guests share their takeaways and how this outcome …

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Next up, New Hampshire 36:36

6M ago36:36

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Donald Trump won big in Monday’s Iowa Caucuses leaving Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley far behind. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri analyze Trump’s win and explain why it may not be the landslide his campaign is touting. Plus: a look ahead to the upcoming New Hampshire primary, where the race is up for grabs given the state's high…

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Live Coverage: Iowa Caucus Results 1:51:32

6M ago1:51:32

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The Iowa Caucuses have wrapped up and the result is clear: Trump was the run-away winner. Ron DeSantis came in second. And Vivek Ramaswamy is now out of the 2024 race. MSNBC’s political team, led by Rachel Maddow, followed the twists and turns of the night live on TV. Listen here as Rachel, Steve Kornacki, and others analyze the results in real tim…

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Live Coverage: Decision 2024 Kicks Off in Iowa 41:46

6M ago41:46

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With the Iowa Caucuses days away, Katy Tur hosts MSNBC’s ‘How To Win’ TV special with Steve Kornacki. Guests include former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri, Iowa pollster Ann Selzer and former Ohio Governor John Kasich, joining to break down the takeaways from the final Des Moines Register/NBC poll and check in with campaigns …

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Iowa Decides as the Border Crisis Divides 38:38

6M ago38:38

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December was a record month for migrants crossing the US/Mexico border, and the crisis is only getting more amplified as Republicans hold Biden’s border spending bill hostage. In today’s episode, former Senator Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri talk with El Paso Congresswoman Veronica Escobar about how Dems can lead on this issue and hold Repu…

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Live Coverage: Analysis of the Haley vs. DeSantis Debate 1:24:10

6M ago1:24:10

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Rachel Maddow and an expert team of analysts break down the fifth Republican presidential debate, which took place just hours after former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie dropped out of the race. Rachel and the rest of MSNBC's political team discussed the best and worst moments of the night as Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. …

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Who Will Be Trump’s VP? 34:36

6M ago34:36

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Kristi Noem? Nancy Mace? Tucker Carlson? It appears increasingly likely that Donald Trump will be the GOP presidential nominee, so who will he pick as his running mate? Former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri dive into the nightmare scenarios, the more realistic options, and who he might be considering with Bulwark publisher and GOP stra…

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The Worst Republican Votes of 2023 32:02

6M ago32:02

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From anti-abortion measures to restricting care for transgender troops to (likely) authorizing an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Democratic Whip Katherine Clark joins former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri for a year-end roundup of House Republicans’ worst votes of 2023 that could haunt them in 2024.…

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Tackling Your 2024 Questions 30:08

7M ago30:08

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2024 is almost here and so is primary season. Before things kick into full gear with the Iowa caucuses in January, Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri are answering your political (and your not-so-political) questions – about how to combat waning interest in President Biden, who might make the ticket as former President Trump’s running mate, and…

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BONUS: Disqualified in Colorado 30:57

7M ago30:57

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In this special breaking news episode, Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord, hosts of the Prosecuting Donald Trump podcast, react to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to disqualify the former president from the state’s 2024 presidential ballot. They explain the court’s reasoning, and what the potential fallout might be.…

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Abortion Outrage 39:28

7M ago39:28

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Earlier this week, the Texas Supreme Court ruled against a pregnant woman in Dallas seeking an abortion following a fatal fetal diagnosis. The ruling prompted outcries from abortion-rights activists across the country. Former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri are joined by Christina Reynolds of EMILYs List to break down what happened in T…

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Trump’s Second Term Threats with Dan Pfeiffer 37:44

7M ago37:44

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In recent weeks, Donald Trump has made his plans for a second term clear: he wants to use the military on domestic soil, repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act and increase deportation efforts – to name a few. Former Senior Advisor to President Obama, Dan Pfeiffer, joins former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri to take a closer look a…

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BONUS: Debate Wrap with Jen Psaki 1:01:00

7M ago1:01:00

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With the Iowa caucuses fast approaching, Republican presidential candidates went toe to toe in their fourth debate on Wednesday, December 6th. The debate was hosted by NewsNation in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chris Christie all making it to the stage. Like in earlier debates, the party frontrunner, form…

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What Young Voters Want 34:44

7M ago34:44

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Younger voters have steadily backed the Democratic Party for years, but support for the Biden Administration has faltered. What are young people looking for in 2024? Former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri are joined by North Carolina Democratic Party Chair, Anderson Clayton, to find out how Biden can win over voters in this key group. P…

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The Third-Party Threat 29:29

8M ago29:29

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Democrats are becoming increasingly concerned by the growing number of third-party candidates who could run in 2024. Jennifer Palmieri and former Sen. Claire McCaskill take a deep dive into the potential spoilers. Plus, Third Way’s Matt Bennett warns Jen and Claire about something they had no idea about!…

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The GOP's Culture of Violence 33:11

8M ago33:11

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While Republicans were busy fighting each other in the House and inside Senate hearings this week, Democrats worked together to avert a government shutdown. Former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri explain what they see as the GOP's culture of violence and what Democrats need to do to keep control of the Senate in 2024. Plus, President Bi…

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Big Wins and Small Debates 29:28

8M ago29:28

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Donald Trump's rivals took aim at each other in the third GOP debate while the ex-president mocked them from afar. Former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri explain why they think the debate “means squat.” Plus, VA Sen. Tim Kaine joins us to discuss Democrats’ big wins on election night and what the party needs to do to win in 2024.…

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BONUS: MSNBC’s GOP Debate Analysis 1:24:54

8M ago1:24:54

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Rachel Maddow, Jen Psaki, and the rest of the MSNBC team broke down the third Republican presidential debate live on TV. They discussed the best and worst moments from the night – including whether any candidate emerged as a viable challenger against former President Trump. Listen to the audio of the post-debate analysis here.…

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