Jon’s Weekend Reading Recommendations!
I am perusing the web all week, and I write about some things, but I read about a lot more. Each week, I curate interesting things that you may enjoy checking out. Some political, some not!
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WHY ARE THERE NO LONGER LANDSLIDES IN NATIONAL ELECTIONS
Famous political analyst Charlie Cook examines why American politics no longer produces the sweeping landslide elections of past decades. He points to growing partisan polarization, demographic shifts, and structural changes in campaigns and media that lock both parties into narrower margins. The piece is a clear, data-driven look at how closely divided the electorate has become — and why big blowouts are unlikely to return.
UP THIS FALL - TWO GOVERNOR RACES: NJ & VA
I respect the takes of political pundit extraordinaire Chris Stirewalt. This is his take on the state of play in the two Governor races up this November…
STATE OF GOLD PODCAST: KEVIN FAULCONER, FORMER SAN DIEGO MAYOR
Any regular readers know I’m a big fan of the video-podcasting being done over at State of Gold, where Jon Slavet interviews people that matter in California, about things that matter to the future of the Golden State. This interview with my friend and former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer is worth your time…
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