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Martine Powers

Reporter and producer for The Washington Post. Host of the podcast "The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop."

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Aug 16, 2024 • 30min

The Campaign Moment: Dems’ down-ballot dreams

Martine Powers, a co-host of 'Post Reports', is joined by political experts Aaron Blake and Liz Goodwin. The trio dives into Kamala Harris's new economic proposals aimed at winning the election trifecta. They discuss the significance of the upcoming Democratic National Convention, where Biden's absence poses unique challenges. Tensions in Michigan's Senate race reveal the role of women in politics, while the impact of celebrity endorsements, like Taylor Swift, adds intrigue to this dynamic political landscape.
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Oct 9, 2024 • 28min

Post Reports: How to make sense of political polls

Martine Powers, co-host of "Post Reports," chats with Emily Guskin, the deputy polling director at The Washington Post. They dive into the intricacies of political polling, explaining how polls are created and what makes them credible. Emily breaks down the importance of understanding the margin of error and navigating the challenges that arose after the 2016 election. The conversation also touches on the significance of interpreting polls as snapshots of public opinion rather than definitive predictors.
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Aug 16, 2024 • 30min

Harris's policy agenda, and Dems’ down-ballot dreams

Martine Powers, co-host of 'Post Reports', joins senior political reporter Aaron Blake and congressional reporter Liz Goodwin to dive into Kamala Harris's economic policy agenda. They discuss potential Democratic successes in the upcoming elections and the significance of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The trio also examines how past campaign dynamics have influenced current party strategies and highlights the impact of female leadership in politics, despite the challenges posed by celebrity endorsements.
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Jul 12, 2024 • 30min

The Campaign Moment: Trump rides the wave of Biden turmoil

Senior political reporter Aaron Blake and co-host Martine Powers discuss the turmoil in Biden's campaign, with over half of Democrats wanting him to drop out. They analyze Trump's quiet strategy, the upcoming Republican National Convention, and the divisions within both parties leading up to the election.
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Jun 28, 2024 • 28min

The Campaign Moment: Dems in panic mode after the debate

Martine Powers and Aaron Blake discuss the aftermath of the debate, highlighting Biden's struggles and Trump's reliance on falsehoods. They explore the tough questions facing Democrats and the implications for Trump's campaign.