Perino on Politics

Enthusiasm Matters in Campaigns

August 17, 2026·25 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

With less than 3 months until Election Day, who actually has the edge in the battle for control of Congress? Dana is joined by former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy to assess the state of the midterms as both parties prepare for the final stretch. Speaker McCarthy explains Republicans’ challenges with voter enthusiasm, the increasingly competitive races in Texas and Ohio, and how the Democratic Party’s progressive wing could reshape key contests across the country.  Uphill Battle: Dana and the Speaker look at how Artificial Intelligence and the growing backlash over data centers could become the next major political battleground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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