# The Big Tent Strategy We Abandoned | Throwback Thursday

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Podcast: [Common Sense with Chad Law | Political Commentary](https://stenobird.com/podcast/common-sense-with-chad-law-political-commentary-4943048)
Published: 2026-05-29T04:11:02+00:00
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## Resource

Text the show! Why did Ronald Reagan win 49 states? And why do modern political movements struggle to build lasting majorities? In this episode, Chad Law examines the forgotten coalition strategy behind some of the biggest political victories in American history and explains why movements that prioritize purity over persuasion often destroy themselves. From Reagan Democrats to modern Republicans, this is a deep dive into political strategy, coalition building, and the future of conservatism...

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