The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Raging Moderates: The GOP’s Unpopular and Harmful Bill (ft. Galen Druke)
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Jul 2, 2025 
Galen Druke, former host of FiveThirtyEight Politics and current host of GD Politics, joins to dissect the GOP's unpopular budget bill that has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum. They delve into the lessons Democrats could learn from Zohran Mamdani’s surprising NYC primary win, emphasizing the importance of grassroots engagement. The discussion also touches on the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings and the shifting dynamics of healthcare, highlighting the critical challenges for both parties as they approach the 2024 elections.
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GOP Bill's Historic Unpopularity
- The GOP's budget bill is historically unpopular, 25 points underwater in approval.
- Democrats can effectively use health care cuts in the bill to mobilize voters for years.
GOP Divisions Shape Bill
- Republicans largely support work requirements and keeping 2017 tax cuts, despite cuts raising the deficit.
- The bill reflects internal GOP divisions between populists, deficit hawks, and Trump’s demands.
Campaign on Affordability, Honestly
- To win broad support, candidates must focus on relatable issues like affordability.
- Progressive campaigns should avoid polarizing social stances and engage voters honestly on core economic concerns.