Start Here The Midterm Marathon Begins
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Nov 3, 2025 
Rick Klein, Washington Bureau Chief and political analyst, discusses the crucial dynamics of the upcoming midterm elections and how congressional control impacts presidential power. Emily Guskin, Director of Polling at The Washington Post, dives into recent poll data, highlighting rising public discontent and the tight electoral landscape. Elizabeth Schulze, an economic reporter, shares personal stories illustrating how inflation and rising costs are affecting everyday voters’ lives. Together, they explore the interplay of economics and politics as the midterms approach.
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Congress Shapes A Presidency
- Control of Congress dramatically changes a president's final years.
- Rick Klein says losing one or both chambers would create fundamentally different checks on Trump's power.
Widespread Dissatisfaction Persists
- Most Americans say the country is on the wrong track and disapprove of the president.
- Emily Guskin reports disapproval is steady and ticking up across many issues.
Generic Ballot Is Neck And Neck
- A year-out generic ballot is essentially tied: 46% Democrats, 44% Republicans.
- Emily Guskin notes this close margin falls within the poll's margin of error.