Episode
79: Who's Up, Who's Down: Democrats Edition
- Podcast
- Trailblaze 2028
- Published
- May 20, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1743
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Summary
In this episode, we cut through the political noise to explore the strategic shifts, candidate trajectories, and the underlying factors that could shape the 2028 presidential race. Whether you're a political junkie or just trying to understand the spectacle, this discussion offers clarity and insight into what's really at stake. Key Topics: The impact of foreign policy experience on Democratic and Republican candidates and whether it truly matters. The current state of key contenders like Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and others—who's rising, who's falling, and why. The potential dark horses and outsiders, including Graham Plattner and JB Pritzker, and what their moves suggest about candidate strategies. The influence of early campaign dynamics, polls, debates, and off-stage factors like fundraising and media presence. How internal party dynamics, geographic considerations, and policy positioning could determine the ultimate nominee.