Topic
Midwest Politics
Discover key takeaways from 2 podcast episodes about this topic.
Political HistoryProgressive PoliticsPopulism
May 23, 2026When Democrats Used to Win the Heartland | Cory Haala | TMR
This episode unpacks the rise and fall of progressive populism in the Midwest during the Reagan era, revealing how economic crises and social backlashes shaped Democratic strategy and offer lessons for today's political landscape.
Progressive PopulismDemocratic Party StrategyMidwest Politics
May 18, 2026Progressive Populism w/ Corey Haala | MR Live
Explore how progressive populism in the Midwest challenged Reagan-era politics and offers a blueprint for today's Democratic Party to reconnect with working-class voters by focusing on economic issues and grassroots organizing.