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Not a Time For A Vanity Vote with Denise Powell

Jul 30, 2026 |
In This Episode

James and Al fight back on Dr. Fauci’s behalf after Republican attacks on him and his legacy and discuss the influence of the Democratic Socialists on the party and the upcoming midterms before welcoming congressional candidate for NE-02, Denise Powell.  They dive into the state of her race for a winnable district in a notoriously red state, looking at the prominence of the agriculture industry, concerns about the budget deficit, and fair tax policies.  They also emphasize the need to focus on affordability and explore her journey into politics, why she’s running, and why she can win.

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