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David Paterson & Jake Novak: Holding Elections on a Random Tuesday Is a Form of Voter Suppression (17 min) | 06-27-26
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- Jun 27, 2026
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Summary
Former Gov. David Paterson and Jake Novak examine what they see as unsettling outcomes of recent New York primary elections, where perceived extreme, fringe candidates secured victories with a remarkably small fraction of the total population's support. The two argue that holding elections on a random Tuesday in the summer serves as a form of voter suppression, allowing disciplined "communist" activists to seize power through low-turnout primaries that do not reflect the broader district's will. They express grave concern over the radicalization of the Democratic party, specifically citing the rise of individuals they believe are fueled by anti-Semitism, isolationism, and anti-American sentiment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices