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Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al discuss the expanding conflict in the Middle East, strategize on the optimal messaging to win over voters based on their perceptions of the economy, tariffs, and tax cuts, and welcome PA Governor Josh Shapiro.  They explain how Kamala is reviving the Obama coalition, the issues deciding the election, why it’s essential to take the campaign to Red areas, the role of the suburbs, and which bellwethers to watch.  Then, WaPo’s Dana Milbank exposes how Republicans in the House are playing the fool and lays out the approach journalists should use when covering politics in the Trump era. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in Atlanta on 10/12 and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack Get More From This Week’s Guests:  Governor Josh Shapiro: PA.gov | Twitter | Website | FaceBook  Dana Milbank: Twitter | WaPo | Author of ‘Fools On The Hill’ & Other Books Please Support Our Sponsors: Naked Wines: To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99 and join the Naked Wines community, head to nakedwines.com/warroom EveryPlate: Join every plate today, pay only $2.99 per meal, and get 50% off your first box of any box size by going to everyplate.com/podcast and entering code: WARROOM299 Miracle Made: For 40% off high-quality self-cooling sheets, plus an extra 20% off with 3 free towels, use promo code WARROOM when you go to TryMiracle.com/warroom

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Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al welcome former AFL-CIO political director Michael Podhorzer to discuss the current poll numbers and where the Harris campaign should focus. They explain the importance of the Black vote, winning over non-college-educated voters, and ensuring people turn out when a few thousand votes could decide the election. Then, they’re joined by the author of “The Barn”, Wright Thompson, to explore the events surrounding the murder of Emmett Till, the history of the cotton industry and its impact on the Civil War, and the ongoing battle for the soul of the South. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack Get More From This Week’s Guest:  Michael Podhorzer: Twitter | AFL-CIO | Center For American Progress | Substack Wright Thompson: ESPN | Website | IMDB | Instagram | Author of ‘The Barn’ & Other Bookes Please Support Our Sponsors: Washington Post: To access The Washington Post for just 50 cents per week, head to washingtonpost.com/warroom Quince: Get 365-day returns and free shipping on high-quality, stylish, and affordable clothing you’ll wear for summers to come when you go to quince.com/warroom Smalls: For 50% off your first order, head to smalls.com/warroom and use code: WARROOM

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al expose the incompetence of Trump and the MAGA members of Congress, analyze the presidential debate, and explore its repercussions.  They explain why Kamala’s answer on immigration effectively derailed Trump, celebrate her masterful handling of the abortion issue, and break down why her focus on the future resonates so strongly with voters.  They also compare the candidates' truthfulness, grade the moderators' performance, and weigh the impact of her win on the polls.  With the momentum now shifting back to Vice President Harris, they call on former members of Trump’s administration who have spoken out against him to take a stand and endorse her. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack Please Support Our Sponsors: Beam: Sleep better with Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder and get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/warroom and use code: WARROOM Miracle Made: For 40% off high-quality self-cooling sheets, plus an extra 20% off with 3 free towels, use promo code WARROOM when you go to TryMiracle.com/warroom ExpressVPN: Control your data, defend your privacy, and protect yourself online with 3 free months on a VPN plan when you go to expressvpn.com/warroom

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al tear into Trump's and the pro-life movement's hypocrisy and analyze the latest prospects for a ceasefire in Gaza. Presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky then joins them to discuss John Adams’ role in the founding and how he and Jefferson diffused a constitutional crisis to kick off our country’s legacy of peaceful transitions of power, now threatened by Trump.  They also welcome pollster Dr. Whit Ayres to investigate the accuracy of the polls, how to make sure Trump voters aren’t being underrepresented, and what the future of the Republican Party looks like if Kamala wins. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack Get More From This Week’s Guests:  Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky: Twitter | LinkTr.ee | Website | SMU | Mount Vernon | Author Dr. Whit Ayres: Twitter | University of Chicago | North Star Opinion | AAPC | Author Please Support Our Sponsors: Zbiotics: Get back into action after a night out with 15% off your first order of Zbiotics when you go to zbiotics.com/pwr and use code: PWR Mint Mobile: Get their new customer offer on a new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month. Go to mintmobile.com/warroom 3 Day Blinds: For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to 3DayBlinds.com/warroom

Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19 and in Atlanta on 10/12 at politicon.com/tour  James and Al discuss the convention, Kamala’s CNN interview, and how she should approach the upcoming debate before welcoming WaPo’s David Ignatius.  They game out the danger Israel faces from Iran and its proxies and the path to peace in Gaza, looking at the impact of Iran’s new president, Netanyahu’s need to hold together his governing coalition, and continued settler expansionism.  Then, they explore the effects of Ukraine’s counter-invasion of Russia and our presidential election on the war in Europe and look ahead to the Republican Party’s prospects after Trump. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19 and in Atlanta on 10/12 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. Watch James Carville Explains on YouTube Playlist James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack Get More From This Week’s Guest:  David Ignatius: Twitter | WaPo | Website | Author Please Support Our Sponsors: Miracle Made: For 40% off high-quality self-cooling sheets, plus an extra 20% off with 3 free towels, use promo code WARROOM when you go to TryMiracle.com/warroom

Mitch Landrieu discusses the Democratic National Convention, the accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, and the importance of infrastructure. He emphasizes the need for Democrats to communicate their values and policies effectively, and highlights the threat that Donald Trump poses to democracy. Landrieu also mentions the key states that will determine the outcome of the election. James & Al wrap up day 4 of the DNC, 

Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina discusses the upcoming presidential race and the potential for North Carolina to turn blue. He highlights the importance of voter turnout and the need to convince people that participating in the democratic system matters. The governor also talks about the extreme right-wing candidate running for governor and the challenges of navigating race in the campaign. He emphasizes the economic benefits of clean energy and the fight against climate change. Governor Cooper discusses the impact of gerrymandering on congressional and state legislative races and the importance of breaking the Republican supermajority. He concludes by reflecting on his time as governor and his commitment to doing what he believes is right for the people of North Carolina.

The state of the race, the state of the country, and the Latino vote. The pollsters discuss the changes in the electorate, the importance of addressing key issues like abortion and the economy, and the need for Democrats to convey optimism and a vision for the future. They also touch on the challenges of polling in a changing landscape and the importance of reaching diverse populations. Overall, they express cautious optimism about the election and the potential for Democrats to win. Smalls: For 50% off your first order, head to smalls.com/warroom and use code: WARROOM

More from James and Al Get tickets for the Politics War Room Live Show in NYC and Atlanta at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. James Carville Explains…Watch on YouTube James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack and Al is providing frequent updates from the DNC.