Pod Save America Live from Occupied D.C. with Barack Obama
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Nov 7, 2025 
Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, joins the conversation to praise grassroots activists after recent Democratic wins and emphasizes the crucial need for youth engagement. U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett shares her insights on the government shutdown and her potential Senate run in Texas. The hosts analyze election data showing surprising voter shifts, while also discussing Trump's proposed focus on affordability and the political ramifications of a potential government shutdown. The lively discussion wraps up with Crockett’s take on why Trump can’t stop mentioning her.
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Coalition Over Purity
- Barack Obama argued Democrats should avoid litmus tests and build a broad coalition rooted in dignity and opportunity.
- He emphasized engaging young people and candidates with integrity to win and sustain momentum.
Persuasion Trumped Turnout
- Dan Pfeiffer highlights persuasion mattered more than turnout in recent wins, with Trump voters flipping to Democrats.
- Exit polls and county data show substantial crossover among Latino and suburban voters.
Local Shifts Signal Latino Persuasion
- Dan emphasizes county-level data showing Latino precincts swung heavily toward Democrats.
- Those local shifts reveal persuasion opportunities beyond turnout strategies.