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Republican's Plan to WIN the Midterms + Meta President Dina Powell McCormick
The Republican Party must professionalize its operations and create a presidential-election atmosphere to turn out low-propensity Trump voters and overcome historical midterm losses.
What was discussed
GOP midterm convention strategy0:00
- Josh Holmesassertion
The convention is a way to galvanize Republicans in a way they haven't been in the Trump era for midterms.
- Michael Duncanassertion
The Trump team has professionalized their operation to turn Trump voters out even higher in 2026.
- John Ashbrookassertion
If the midterm can be turned into the environment of a presidential election, the Republican Party is going to do well.
Senate battleground map analysis23:54
- Josh Holmesassertion
North Carolina and Georgia are not competitive according to current polling, which is deeply troubling.
- Michael Duncanassertion
Republicans know the path to victory in states like Ohio and Texas if they put together a solid message and get voters out.
- John Ashbrookassertion
Susan Collins is the epitome of Maine and is really tough, making her race a dogfight.
- Josh Holmesassertion
Jon Sununu is an extraordinarily formidable candidate in New Hampshire that Democrats are pretending is in the bank.
- Michael Duncanassertion
Michigan has been fool's gold for Republicans in federal races since the 90s, but Mike Rogers has a good chance against Abdul El Sayed.
- John Ashbrookassertion
Ashley Hanson is a very good candidate who will overcome Iowa's atmospheric concerns.
- Josh Holmesassertion
James Talarico is a fraud and a far-left guy trying to run as a normal Texan.
- Michael Duncanassertion
The real Dan Sullivan has a really good shot in Alaska despite the ranked-choice system shenanigans.
Generic ballot polling environment41:52
- Josh Holmesassertion
A new poll shows Republicans leading the generic ballot by two points, which would put them in a very good position.
- Michael Duncanassertion
Democrats are in a terrible position because they have to defend socialists and their party brand is in the shitter.
- John Ashbrookassertion
Averaging all polls over the last couple of months shows Democrats still have a five-to-six point lead, which is indicative of the environment.
Meta AI glasses for blind veterans47:20
- Dina Powell McCormickassertion
Meta announced 130,000 veterans will be getting free Meta glasses to restore their independence and dignity.
- Don Overtonclip
Ray-Ban Meta glasses have changed his life and given him his independence back after losing his eyesight in Desert Storm.
Data center community impact in Louisiana50:27
- Dina Powell McCormickassertion
Meta promises to pay for its own electricity and work to drive down electricity costs for residents in communities where it builds data centers.
- Richland Parish residentclip
Having a data center gave the community an industry they haven't had before and is a huge investment.
- Richland Parish business ownerclip
Since Meta came to town, their business has grown from catering for 40 people to 400 a week.
- Richland Parish teacherclip
The bonus from Meta's investment has been extremely helpful and gives hope for the future of students.
- Richland Parish Superintendent Sheldon Jonesclip
Meta's investment has made the school district a magnet for teachers, and they think they will become the best in Louisiana.
America's Workforce Academy training program56:16
- Dina Powell McCormickassertion
Meta created a proprietary curriculum and America's Workforce Academy to train workers with guaranteed jobs on data center sites. The program has graduated 200 people between Ohio and Indiana so far, with graduates like Jonte Hill now working as fiber technicians.
Meta's philosophy on AI and human potential1:00:51
- Dina Powell McCormickassertion
Mark Zuckerberg believes AI can be personal superintelligence for each person to reach their potential and give access to healthcare and education. Meta believes the future is for everyone and that technology will transform people's lives for the better, contrary to those who believe machines will hurt humans.
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