Nate Silver on Why This Midterm Election Could Be the Weirdest in Decades
Plain English with Derek Thompson
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GOP Dynamics and Candidate Challenges
This chapter examines the underperformance of Republican candidates JD Vance and Blake Masters, highlighting the impact of billionaires like Peter Thiel on candidate selection within the party. It explores the evolving influence of Donald Trump and the implications for the GOP's strategy heading into the midterm elections, including the effect of his controversies on voter behavior. Additionally, the chapter discusses the Republican Party's struggle to transform post-defeat and the challenges posed by political extremism in a shifting electoral landscape.
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