James and Al outline the dangers of Donald Trump’s loyalist cabinet appointments and the risk to the military’s chain of command before welcoming journalist Michael Tomasky.  They discuss the dominance of right-wing media, the rise of podcasts, the triumph of misinformation over facts, and how to save journalism.  They also outline the catastrophic effect of identity politics, draw comparisons between the upcoming Trump administration and Viktor Orbán’s Hungary, emphasize the need to pick the...

Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al digest the election results and reflect on why the Democrats underperformed compared to 2020. They call out Biden for refusing to exit gracefully, investigate the declining support among male and Latino voters, warn the country about the increased risk to our remaining abortion rights, and blast Ted Cruz's victory over Colin Allred. More importantly, they outline how the party must...

James and Al Live from The Shubert Theatre in Boston with guest Doris Kearns Goodwin. Its 2 days before the election of a lifetime, Jams, AL and Doris have something to say, about the future and the past. Focusing on the upcoming election, the significance of polling data, and the implications for democracy. The speakers reflect on the qualities of effective leadership, drawing parallels between historical figures like Lincoln and Roosevelt, and emphasize the importance of character in...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live show in Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al share their takes on the candidates' closing arguments, contextualize Biden’s garbage comment, and examine the effect of Trump’s MSG rally before welcoming pollsters Jim Gerstein and Dr. Whit Ayers. They discuss the numbers going into the final week of the election, explore the most significant issues...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live show in Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al explain why Kamala will win the presidency, focusing on demographics, the campaign’s ground game, and excellent surrogates.  Then, they  welcome AP Deputy Bureau Chief Michael Tackett to discuss Mitch McConnell's rise and evolution, his role in the current SCOTUS make-up, and his place in the growing schism in...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live show in Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al raise hell over the danger of fascism if Trump is elected and ask the leaders of our military to call out his rejection of democracy before welcoming Dr. Michael Bitzer to discuss the Democrats' prospects in North Carolina.  They discuss the effect of the hurricane on the vote, the counties and cities with the...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live show in Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al discuss the hurricane response, the dangers of disinformation, and the growing cracks in Trump’s campaign before welcoming the Editor and CEO of The Nevada Independent, Jon Ralston.  They break down the state of the presidential race, looking at the role of the Hispanic vote and its gender divide, the impact of...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live show in Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al react to the VP debate, call on Kamala’s campaign to go on the offensive, and welcome Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler. They strategize about how to win his state, defend the Blue Wall of northern battleground states, and expose the disastrous impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on workers and...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al discuss the expanding conflict in the Middle East, strategize on the optimal messaging to win over voters based on their perceptions of the economy, tariffs, and tax cuts, and welcome PA Governor Josh Shapiro.  They explain how Kamala is reviving the Obama coalition, the issues deciding...

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Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al welcome former AFL-CIO political director Michael Podhorzer to discuss the current poll numbers and where the Harris campaign should focus. They explain the importance of the Black vote, winning over non-college-educated voters, and ensuring people turn out when a few...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al expose the incompetence of Trump and the MAGA members of Congress, analyze the presidential debate, and explore its repercussions.  They explain why Kamala’s answer on immigration effectively derailed Trump, celebrate her masterful handling of the abortion issue, and break...

Politics War Room ON TOUR  - live shows in NYC on 9/19, Atlanta on 10/12, and Boston on 11/2 at politicon.com/tour  Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube @PoliticsWarRoomOfficial James and Al tear into Trump's and the pro-life movement's hypocrisy and analyze the latest prospects for a ceasefire in Gaza. Presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky then joins them to discuss John Adams’ role in the founding and how he and Jefferson diffused a constitutional...

Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19 and in Atlanta on 10/12 at politicon.com/tour  James and Al discuss the convention, Kamala’s CNN interview, and how she should approach the upcoming debate before welcoming WaPo’s David Ignatius.  They game out the danger Israel faces from Iran and its proxies and the path to peace in Gaza, looking at the impact of Iran’s new president, Netanyahu’s need to hold together his governing coalition, and continued settler...

Mitch Landrieu discusses the Democratic National Convention, the accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, and the importance of infrastructure. He emphasizes the need for Democrats to communicate their values and policies effectively, and highlights the threat that Donald Trump poses to democracy. Landrieu also mentions the key states that will determine the outcome of the election. James & Al wrap up day 4 of the DNC, 

Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina discusses the upcoming presidential race and the potential for North Carolina to turn blue. He highlights the importance of voter turnout and the need to convince people that participating in the democratic system matters. The governor also talks about the extreme right-wing candidate running for governor and the challenges of navigating race in the campaign. He emphasizes the economic benefits of clean energy and the fight against climate change....

The state of the race, the state of the country, and the Latino vote. The pollsters discuss the changes in the electorate, the importance of addressing key issues like abortion and the economy, and the need for Democrats to convey optimism and a vision for the future. They also touch on the challenges of polling in a changing landscape and the importance of reaching diverse populations. Overall, they express cautious optimism about the election and the potential for Democrats to...

More from James and Al Get tickets for the Politics War Room Live Show in NYC and Atlanta at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. James Carville Explains…Watch on YouTube James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack and Al is providing frequent updates from the DNC. 

James and Al are joined this morning by Justin Pearson and Don Scott More from James and Al Get tickets for the Politics War Room Live Show in NYC and Atlanta at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon. James Carville Explains…Watch on YouTube James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room Substack and Al is providing frequent updates from the DNC. 

JB Poersch, who runs the Senate Democratic Campaign Committee for Chuck Schumer, discusses the challenges and strategies for Democrats in Senate races. The Democrats aim to keep all their blue states and win in challenging states like West Virginia and Montana.  The presence of Kamala Harris on the ticket has solidified base voters and expanded the map for Democrats. The Republicans have been recruiting self-funders, but many of their candidates are more extreme. Races in Texas, Florida,...

Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19 and in Atlanta on 10/12 at politicon.com/tour  Democratic Party chairs from Virginia, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida discuss the upcoming election and the importance of their state parties. They highlight the energy and excitement on the ground, the need for voter protection, and the impact of the change in the Democratic ticket. They also discuss the challenges they face, such as voter suppression and counting issues, and the...

Get tickets for the Politics War Room live shows in NYC on 9/19 and in Atlanta on 10/12 at politicon.com/tour  James and Al preview the upcoming DNC, explain how to win on the issues, and destroy Republican plans for mass deportations.  Then, they welcome Brigadier General Ty Seidule to celebrate Tim Walz’s military service, detail the value and role of the National Guard, and analyze the effect of Ukraine’s invasion of Russia.  They also speak with strategist Morgan Jackson about the state...

Get tickets for the Politics War Room Live Show in NYC on 9/19/24 at politicon.com/tour  Al and James salute Kamala’s VP selection of Governor Walz, explore his background, highlight his strengths, and explain how to counter the expected Republican attacks against him before welcoming Olympic legend Dr. Edwin Moses.  They discuss the 2024 games and what events they’re looking forward to, the role past Olympics and their athletes have historically played as a force for social justice, how he...

Get tickets for the Politics War Room Live Show in NYC on 9/19/24 at politicon.com/tour  Al and James rip apart JD Vance, celebrate the Olympics, and analyze the start of Kamala’s campaign, looking at what should go into her VP decision, the challenges facing her campaign managers, and where Biden fits in.  Then, they welcome expert pollster John Della Volpe for a deep dive into the importance of young voters and how to motivate them, examining the margins Kamala will need to win, what they...