The DSR Network The Daily Blast: Angry Trump Unravels over 2026 Woes as GOP Panic Grows: “Flashing Red”
Dec 4, 2025
Amanda Litman, President of Run for Something and a savvy organizer in local politics, discusses the shifting tides for the GOP as Trump rages against Democratic messaging on affordability. The podcast delves into the significant 13-point swing in a recent Tennessee special election and what it means for 2026. Amanda unpacks how local issues like affordable housing could fuel Democratic victories while warning of potential pitfalls like slow donor mobilization. She emphasizes the need for strong candidates and adapting messages to resonate with voters.
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13-Point Swing Signals GOP Trouble
- Tennessee's special election showed a 13-point swing to Democrats versus 2024, signaling broader GOP underperformance.
- Amanda Litman argues voters are angry at Trump and his economic record, driving turnout and shifts even in gerrymandered districts.
Turnout Matched Midterms Because Voters Were Fired Up
- High turnout matched midterm levels because both parties poured millions into the race and candidates energized voters.
- Litman says economic fury—higher grocery and housing costs—motivated voters across urban and rural areas.
Redistricting May Backfire On Republicans
- Mid-decade redistricting can dilute once-safe GOP margins, expanding competitive battlegrounds.
- Litman warns that even modest leftward swings could make many gerrymandered seats vulnerable in 2026.