The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show The Karol Markowicz Show: Can America Recover? Josh Kraushaar on Politics, Journalism & Rising Antisemitism
Aug 5, 2026
Josh Kraushaar, political journalist and editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider, reflects on a decades-long career covering campaigns and elections. He discusses changing media standards, the focus on voters over elites, the surge in antisemitism after October 7, and why social media fuels division. He ends on cautious optimism about America's resilience and the importance of community and family.
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How Josh Kraushaar Got His Start In Politics
- Josh Kraushaar began in political journalism at The National Journal and The Hotline, researching congressional profiles and election coverage.
- He credits early mentors like Chuck Todd and an internship on the Almanac of American Politics for launching his career.
Voter Listening Explains Political Surprises
- Kraushaar says the real story in campaigns is understanding voters, not elites, because listening to voters explains surprises like Trump's rise.
- He emphasizes traveling and immersive reporting to capture local issues and public sentiment.
Taking Over Jewish Insider Before A Crisis
- Kraushaar became editor of Jewish Insider in March 2023 and found he was covering rising antisemitism and party divisions before October 7.
- He describes Jewish Insider as filling gaps mainstream political coverage missed on Jewish concerns.
