Pod Save America What’s the Story We’re Telling? + Sen. Ruben Gallego (Crooked Con)
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Nov 19, 2025 
Jen Psaki, former White House Press Secretary, teams up with political strategists Faiz Shakir, Liz Smith, Rebecca Katz, and Adam Jentleson to discuss the need for a cohesive narrative for Democrats. They emphasize bold messaging on affordability and governing accountability. Senator Ruben Gallego shares insights on winning Latino voters and the importance of ambitious policies that promise a better quality of life. He urges the party to take risks to maintain momentum and avoid alienating working-class support while reflecting on the dangers of militarization in politics.
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Center Campaigns On Affordability
- Focus campaigns on affordability with messages tailored to local voters.
- Match concrete authorities and a clear first-100-days plan to what you promise so voters can hold you accountable.
Run With A Concrete Mandate
- Run with a mandate that includes specific, tangible actions you'll take in office.
- Tell voters what you'll do, why, and how so they can hold you accountable after you win.
Prioritize Simple, Tangible Wins
- When governing, prioritize one or two digestible, tangible wins voters can understand.
- Explain outcomes with human stories rather than technocratic phrases like 'bending the cost curve.'