The Moynihan Report The impact of election on future of the Democratic Party with Don Calloway | The Moynihan Report
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Nov 5, 2025 Don Calloway, a Democratic strategist and CEO of Pine Street Advisors, lends his expertise on the Virginia governor's race, predicting a win for Spanberger. He discusses the surprising rise of economic populism in unexpected places, affecting both Democrats and Republicans like Josh Hawley. Calloway also explores how shifts in voter demographics, particularly among Hispanic and Black men, are reshaping party alignments. The conversation highlights the potential risks of populist promises and their long-term political implications.
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Local Wins Aren't National Blueprints
- New York City elections can reveal broader party splits and enthusiasm shifts among younger voters.
- Local outcomes like Mamdani's surge don't automatically translate into national strategy blueprints.
Local Councilman's Disrespect Sparks Criticism
- Michael Moynihan recounts seeing a City Council tweet that said "may he rest in piss" about Dick Cheney and criticizes the dehumanizing tone.
- He links the incident to broader concerns about civility and generational attitudes in politics.
Unexpected Personal Warmth From MTG
- Moynihan describes meeting Marjorie Taylor Greene backstage and finding her personally pleasant despite political differences.
- He notes she admitted ignorance about the Rothschild reference, which he believes.