Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov Why Republicans Are BEATING US at the Bumper Sticker Wars (ft. Sen. Raphael Warnock)
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Oct 31, 2025 Senator Raphael Warnock, a United States Senator and pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church, dives into the political landscape facing Democrats today. He discusses the GOP's strategies during the ongoing government shutdown and highlights the importance of addressing voter concerns over party politics. Warnock advocates for a ministry-of-presence approach, emphasizing outreach in red districts. He champions programs like Pell Grants to support working families and proposes expanding the child tax credit to tackle child poverty. Expect a spirited discussion on policy over labels!
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Weaponizing Despair Requires Strategic Focus
- Raphael Warnock says Trump floods the zone with distractions to weaponize despair and encourage reactive coverage.
- Warnock advises picking which attacks to respond to while staying focused on serving people's everyday needs.
Use Votes And Messaging To Hold GOP Accountable
- Warnock voted repeatedly to reopen the government and extend health care, urging lawmakers to be held accountable.
- He urges reminding voters this is a Republican shutdown and pressuring GOP members to come to the table.
Rural Hospital Closures In Red Districts
- Warnock recounts visiting Evans County, a Trump-voting area where hospitals lost labor and delivery units due to cuts.
- He emphasizes he will defend those voters' health care whether or not they supported him.