Mary Radcliffe from FiveThirtyEight and Ruth Igielnik, a journalist at The New York Times, delve into the alarming rise of political violence in America and its impact on public opinion. They explore the shifting political landscape among young Americans, particularly the increasing liberal alignment of young women. The discussion highlights how movements like Me Too are influencing this trend and examines the contrasting media consumption habits of Gen Z. Their insights raise critical questions about future voting behaviors and the gender gap in politics.

Senior elections analyst Nathaniel Rakich and New York Times polling editor Ruth Igielnik analyze the first presidential debate between Biden and Trump. They discuss the impact on voter perceptions, Harris' electability, and the focus on taxes vs. inflation in campaign strategies.

Mary Radcliffe, a Senior researcher at FiveThirtyEight, and Ruth Igielnik, a New York Times polling editor, dive into the frenzied world of last-minute polling. They discuss the surprising Iowa Poll that paints a hopeful picture for Kamala Harris and reveal key findings from New York Times battleground surveys that challenge common trends. The conversation highlights the unpredictability of voter sentiment, the challenges of poll accuracy, and the implications of late deciders as Election Day approaches.

Nathaniel Rakich, a senior elections analyst, and Ruth Igielnik, a New York Times polling editor, dive into the evolving dynamics of the Harris-Trump showdown. They discuss the rising enthusiasm among Democrats for Kamala Harris in battleground states. The conversation highlights Trump’s claims about biased polling and explores the phenomenon of 'poll denialism.' As they analyze voter perceptions and the implications of recent polling data, they also unveil engaging insights into the complexities of political identity and campaign strategies.

Senior elections analyst Nathaniel Rakich and New York Times polling editor Ruth Igielnik discuss post-Trump polling trends and Biden's asylum order. They play election trivia drawing parallels to current politics.