Total Eclipse of the Harp

Harp controls all information reaching the president and acts as the conduit for his communications.

Harp's lack of clearance alarmed national security officials and the Secret Service.

Jennings is too emotional and a "pussy" to handle the pressure of the briefing room.

Jennings has the lying skills required but lacks the unflappable demeanor of previous press secretaries.

Harp would likely reject the job because it requires separation from Trump.

Harp currently holds more power as the president's gatekeeper than she would as press secretary.

The arrangement is unusual but acknowledges that spouses would naturally be deeply involved.

It is not a normal relationship, but imagines their own wives would serve as closest advisors.

A progressive coalition must include Black voters to win a Democratic nomination, as Nixon demonstrated.

Nixon's general election path is difficult due to Florida's size and the potency of socialism attacks on Latino voters.

Anti-Trump messaging is insufficient; Democrats must pivot to solving economic and healthcare problems.

Each primary loss had unique local causes rather than a unified anti-resistance trend.

Peltola's lead is a positive sign despite low primary turnout.

The DOJ is likely trying to intimidate the spoiler candidate off the ballot to protect the incumbent.

Graham's lack of qualifications makes her an easy target, but her victory might make the general election harder for Democrats.

He hopes she wins the primary because she would be a weaker general election opponent than Ralph Norman.

The NRSC memo is a fundraising ask for AI super PACs to defend data centers or risk a national backlash.

A moratorium is a cleaner political position that forces companies to negotiate with local communities.

Iowans want a representative focused on bipartisan problem-solving rather than tribal politics.

Turek's ad with Obama was effective because it showed the president missing shots, proving his willingness to engage.