# "Absolutely Crazed": Mark Penn on Why Democrats are Vulnerable in 2026

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Podcast: [Brian Kilmeade Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brian-kilmeade-show-745158)
Published: 2026-05-13T18:04:00+00:00
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Mark Penn, CEO of Stagwell Inc. and former advisor to President Clinton, joins Brian Kilmeade to discuss the shifting political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterms. They dive into the impact of redistricting, the rise of "socialist" candidates driving the Democratic party's agenda, and whether current economic frustrations will lead to a historic Republican victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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