The Rachel Maddow Show

BAD NEWS FOR TRUMP: Democrats get their wish as Roy Cooper enters North Carolina Senate race

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Jul 29, 2025
Democrats celebrate as former Governor Roy Cooper jumps into the North Carolina Senate race, sharing his vision for Washington. The discussion highlights his achievements and the fierce competition in a historically red state. Meanwhile, the podcast reflects on a tragic shooting in Midtown Manhattan, unraveling the implications for community safety and law enforcement. The episode connects political strategies with urgent issues like reproductive rights and national security, creating a compelling narrative around this election year.
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NC as GOP Power Testbed

  • North Carolina has been a testing ground for Republican strategies to diminish Democratic power.
  • Roy Cooper faced legislature efforts to strip his governor powers, especially control over elections.
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Cooper's Senate Drive Rationale

  • Roy Cooper decided to enter the U.S. Senate race because current times demand experienced problem solvers.
  • He aims to bring his bipolar cooperation approach to Washington to help the middle class.
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Medicaid Expansion Impact

  • Expanding Medicaid insurance to 670,000 North Carolinians was a signature achievement under Cooper.
  • Washington Republicans now threaten to strip health coverage from hundreds of thousands more.
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