Elections

Canada’s Mark Carney Shows How Standing Up to Trump Is a Winning Strategy

Mark Carney has delivered a stunning victory for Canada’s Liberal Party—and a resounding message around the world that strong and substantial resistance to Trump is a strategy that wins.

Imara Jones on Transgender Day of Visibility

Imara Jones discusses how to fight back against attacks on the transgender community.

Industrial Policy Projects Boosted Harris and Hurt Trump in the 2024 Election, but Not by Much

A county-by-county analysis finds that additional IIJA, CHIPS and Science Act, and IRA investments were associated with higher vote share for Kamala Harris compared with Joe Biden and a lower vote share in 2024 for Trump compared with 2020—but the differences are slight.

Anderson Clayton on Democrats’ Future in the South

North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton joins the show to discuss what Democrats can learn from downballot races in her state.

While Other Voters Moved Away From the Democrats, Union Members Shifted Toward Harris in 2024

Although many demographic groups shifted their votes to favor Donald Trump in 2024 compared to 2020, Kamala Harris increased Democratic support among union voters.

Larry Levitt on Protecting Americans’ Health

Larry Levitt of KFF joins the show to discuss potential changes to federal health policy and how states should respond.

Ari Berman on Minoritarianism and the 2024 Election

Colin sits down with Ari Berman to discuss the minoritarianism of the MAGA movement and with CAP Action President Navin Nayak to discuss the results of the 2024 presidential election.

Robby Mook on the 2024 Election

Former presidential campaign manager Robby Mook talks about the latest polling and the candidates' closing arguments in the 2024 election.

Simon Rosenberg on the State of the 2024 Race

Political strategist Simon Rosenberg talks about election polls, MAGA extremism, and how candidates are approaching the remaining days of their campaigns.

Laura Rodriguez on Hispanic and Latino Voters

Laura Rodriguez joins the show to talk about the priorities of the Hispanic and Latino community and how the presidential candidates are engaging its voters.

Andrew Miller on the 1-Year Anniversary of October 7

Andrew Miller, a former top State Department official and a current senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins "The Tent" to discuss rising tensions in the Middle East.

Despite Trump-Vance Campaign’s Desperate Claims, Harris’ Approach to Bail Is Practical and Puts Safety First

Vice President Kamala Harris has always prioritized safety in bail policy and has never supported the release of people who pose a threat to our communities.

State Rep. James Talarico on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism

State Rep. James Talarico (D-TX) discusses Christian nationalism and the impact Project 2025 would have on democracy.

Randi Weingarten on Labor Day and Threats to Public Education

Randi Weingarten discusses the significance of Labor Day and how Project 2025 and MAGA extremists are threatening U.S. public schools.

Michael Blake on the Democratic National Convention

Former Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Michael Blake discusses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and the 2024 presidential race.

Rep. Eric Swalwell on the 2024 Race and MAGA Extremism

U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) talks about the 2024 presidential race, Project 2025, and the dangers of MAGA extremism.

Robert P. Jones on Christian Nationalism and Project 2025

Robert P. Jones joins "The Tent" to discuss the roots of Christian nationalism and Project 2025.

Mike Podhorzer on the Election and Project 2025

Mike Podhorzer discusses the presidential race and Project 2025.

Kamala Harris Knows How To Make Communities Safer

Throughout her career, Kamala Harris has consistently delivered real solutions to keep communities safe by holding people accountable for serious crime, investing in crime prevention, and leading the country to a significant decline in violent crime.

Jodi Enda on Abortion and the 2024 Election

This week on “The Tent,” journalist Jodi Enda joins for a discussion on abortion rights as the 2024 presidential election nears.

Former Sen. Doug Jones on Turning Down the Political Temperature

Doug Jones discusses the shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump and lowering the political temperature.

Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films

Sky Sitney discusses why documentaries are such an important form of storytelling and what to expect from this year's DC/DOX festival.

COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law

Mike Sozan explains the importance of Trump’s recent felony conviction and its potential ramifications for American democracy leading into the 2024 presidential election.

The Middle Class Will Pay the Price for Trump’s Tax Cuts for the Wealthy, Including Repealing the Affordable Care Act

Former President Donald Trump has proposed tax cuts of up to $400,000 for the wealthiest households—that middle-class Americans would fund through higher living costs.

Dan Pfeiffer on the 2024 Election

Dan Pfeiffer discusses the State of the Union address and the upcoming elections.

Max Bergmann on the War in Ukraine

This week on “The Tent,” Max Bergmann joins to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Melinda Maerker on ‘We Live Here’ and LGBTQI+ Equality

This week on “The Tent,” Melinda Maerker joins to discuss her new documentary, “We Live Here: The Midwest.”

CAP Action’s Mike Sozan on the State of Democracy

This week on “The Tent,” CAP Action’s Mike Sozan joins for a conversation on the need to protect American democracy in 2024 and beyond.

Megan Shahi on Digital Democracy Threats in 2024

Megan Shahi joins the show to discuss how social media and artificial intelligence could impact the 2024 elections, as well as what tech companies and policymakers can do to combat misinformation.

Rep. Maxwell Frost on Progressive Leadership and Energizing Young Voters

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, progressive policymaking, and energizing young voters heading into 2024.

Rep. Tom Perriello on the 2023 Elections

Former Rep. Tom Perriello (D-VA) joins the show to discuss Tuesday’s elections, what they portend for 2024, and the future of artificial intelligence.

Barbara McQuade on Justice and Accountability for January 6

This week on “The Tent,” Barbara McQuade joins to discuss Donald Trump's legal jeopardy and U.S. democracy, and Daniella and Erin chat about the latest on Justice Clarence Thomas.

The Tent: Kendra Cotton on Reaching New Voters

New Georgia Project's Kendra Davenport Cotton joins Daniella to discuss the organization's work with marginalized voters, accountability and the 2020 elections, and the fight to protect voting rights.

Sen. Debbie Stabenow on Making Government Work

Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) joins Colin to discuss how Michigan is investing in workers, families, and voting rights and the Biden administration's economic agenda.

Gov. Lujan Grisham on Fighting for New Mexico’s Children and Families

This week on “The Tent,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NW) joins the podcast to discuss gun reform efforts in her state.

Girl and the Gov’s Sammy Kanter and Maddie Medved on Engaging Young People in Politics

This week, Sammy Kanter and Maddie Medved from Girl and the Gov join the podcast to discuss why so many young people are checked out of politics and how to get them plugged back in.

Jesse O’Connell on Fulfilling the Promise of an American Education

Jesse O'Connell joins "The Tent" to discuss affirmative action, the Supreme Court arguments on student debt relief, and MAGA extremist attacks on school curricula.

Kelley Robinson Says, ‘We’re Here, We’re Queer, and We Are Voting!’

This week, a new co-host is announced and Daniella sits down with Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson to discuss how the fast-growing LGBTQI+ voting bloc might shape future elections.

Ravi Gupta From ‘Majority 54’ on Congress and the 2024 Elections

Ravi Gupta, host of the “Majority 54” podcast, joins Daniella to discuss priorities for the upcoming Congress; Daniella discusses classified documents found in President Biden’s home and private office.

Rep. Maxwell Frost and Youth Leaders on the 2022 Midterms

This week's episode of "The Tent" features audio from a CAP Action event on young voters and the role they play in elections.

The Role of Young Americans in the 2022 Midterms

John Della Volpe on the Youth Vote

John Della Volpe joins Daniella to discuss young voters' role in the midterm elections.

Dr. Angela Rasmussen on the ‘Tripledemic’

This week, Daniella sits down with Dr. Angela Rasmussen to discuss the latest health threats facing America.

CAP Action’s William Roberts on Protecting U.S. Elections

CAP Action Managing Director of Democracy Policy William Roberts joins Daniella to discuss rising threats to U.S. democracy and the impact of election denialism.

CAP Action’s Navin Nayak on Early Midterm Results

CAP Action President Navin Nayak joins Daniella to talk about the 2022 midterm elections and voters' rejection of MAGA extremism.

Doug Thornell on the 2022 Midterms

Democratic strategist Doug Thornell joins Daniella to discuss the upcoming midterm elections and voter turnout.

President Biden’s Speech Described a Democracy Under Attack

In his speech to the nation on November 2, President Joe Biden laid out the wide-ranging threats to democracy—and how Americans must come together to repel them.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in North Carolina

Amid a 20 percent surge in gun deaths across North Carolina from 2016 to 2020, Ted Budd made more than $4 million by flooding the state with guns.