Perino on Politics

With three weeks away until Election Day, who are the voters that still need convincing? Republican Strategist Matt Gorman and Democratic Strategist Antjuan Seawright examine what the candidates' best-case scenarios look like on election night. While paid media is important for campaigns, Matt and Antjuan emphasize the influential role of earned media during election season. Antjuan points out that the media landscape is constantly changing and notes that it's crucial to reach the voters where they are. Uphill Battle: When it comes to election night, Matt explains how watching the polling for Senate candidates in swing states can help determine how the names at the top of the ticket are performing in the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monday marks one year of Israel's war with Hamas, one of many key issues that will shape the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election. Senate Leadership Fund President and CEO Steven Law takes a look at the neck-and-neck race for the White House, as well as the heated races that will determine control of the Senate. Later, he and Dana reflect on the political realignment unfolding in America. Uphill Battle: Was the Inflation Reduction Act a Trojan Horse hiding Green New Deal provisions? Steven unpacks the uneconomic policies hidden within the legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Tuesday, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced off in the first, and perhaps the last, vice presidential debate of 2024. Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed and Washington Examiner Columnist Salena Zito discuss the running mates' performances on the debate stage. Salena points out Senator Vance's tactical delivery of conservative populism during his performance on the debate stage. Meanwhile, Colin reflects on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and the growing tensions in the Middle East and explains why it's posing a challenge to the current administration's display of leadership. Uphill Battle: Salena explains why she believes that working-class Americans will be the deciding voters in the 2024 Presidential Election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's still a nail-biter in the race for the White House, so how can the candidates deliver an effective message with the time they have left? Former White House Speechwriter and FOX News Contributor Marc Thiessen delves into the discipline of developing a memorable message during the political homestretch. Dana and Marc preview the upcoming vice presidential debate and discuss whether or not it will sway any undecided voters. Later, they look at the current state of the war in the Middle East and discuss the impact it could have on turning out Jewish American voters. Uphill Battle: When it comes to winning the election, swing voters in swing states will be the deciding factor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Dana's looking at the presidential race in two of the most important swing states: Pennsylvania and North Carolina. Former GOP Strategist and Host of the Rich Zeoli Show, Rich Zeoli provides a look at the politics of Pennsylvania and explains why he believes issues such as fracking will play a prominent role in the way the state votes in November. And former White House Political Director and Republican Strategist with the Indie Group, Jonathan Felts gives a glimpse into the local stories heating up in North Carolina, from the controversies surrounding Lt. Governor Mark Robinson to the shifting demographics within the state. Uphill Battle: With under two months until Election Day, voter enthusiasm will play a key role in who wins the 2024 Presidential race. Jonathan notes that he's paying attention to the rise in Republican voting registrations in North Carolina, while Rich points his attention toward the size of the crowds at rallies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One week after what could potentially be the only Presidential Debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump the polling is extremely tight. But is polling always a solid indicator of who will come out victorious on Election Day? Founder and President of Monadnock Strategies, Jesse Hunt explains why voters need to account for the margin of error in these polls. Jesse looks at gubernatorial races across the country and describes why they might be the most consequential races we'll have this cycle. He describes why North Carolina and New Hampshire as the ones to watch, and why reliance on ticket splitting for each race differs. Understanding the Polls: Jesse emphasizes that only around 10,000 -20,000 voters will matter in battleground states, meaning this will be a very close election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With eight weeks until Election Day, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris met for the first time on the debate stage. Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed and Columnist at the Washington Examiner Salena Zito discuss why the debate mattered more for the Vice President, how the moderators affected the candidate's performance, and why voters deserve a second debate. Colin and Salena explain why Vice President Harris will have to engage with voters in battlegrounds like Pennsylvania and focusing on the Keystone State will determine the election, but it won't be won in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. Uphill Battle: Dana describes the cash advantages Democrats have in Senate races across the country and why Republicans need to raise more money for a competitive advantage in these races. Plus, Colin weighs in on Vice President Harris's foreign affairs experience and how a potential October surprise could test her on the international stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a tied race, and someone or something has to break it. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) shares why he believes recent polling will impact how the candidates perform at the ABC News Presidential Debate. Speaker McCarthy weighs in on the end of Vice President Harris' honeymoon phase and points out which of her vulnerabilities former President Trump should use to his advantage at the debate. He and Dana examine the different pathways the candidates need to win, and why the current electoral map seems to favor the former President. Uphill Battle: Speaker McCarthy explains that he believes there is no undecided voter, and that whichever campaign gets out the low propensity voters will be successful. Later, he discusses which House and Senate races he's watching, and how the balance of power will impact the future administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Labor Day in the rearview mirror, there are only 63 days left until Election Day, so what are former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris doing during the final push of their campaigns? Co-host of The Five and former Congressman Harold Ford Jr. (D-TN) shares why it helps the country as a whole when the candidate's campaign in more than just swing states. Harold draws upon his experience running for Congress during the 1996 Presidental Election and how candidates at the top of the ticket can affect down-ballot races. Uphill Battle: Win the news cycle, every day. Harold describes why it's important to watch which candidate will be dominating the news cycle in the final days of the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Democratic National Convention is over, but was Vice President Harris able to move the needle for any undecided voters? National Review Senior Political Correspondent Jim Geraghty joins with a look ahead at the new phase of the 2024 Presidential Election. Dana and Jim look at the post-convention polling for Democrats and lay out the long road ahead for Vice President Harris in what is now a tied race. Later, they examine President Biden's recent handling of foreign affairs. Uphill Battle: Jim notes that ever since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race, former President Trump's campaign has not been disciplined. He emphasizes that the Trump campaign must focus more on effective messaging moving forward, including labeling the Vice President as a 'San Francisco Liberal.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to take the stage in Chicago to accept the Democratic Party's nomination and lay out her plans for the future of the nation. FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar joins Dana to preview what to expect from the Vice President, weighs in on the tone of the convention, and the standout moments from the first three nights.Later, Dana and Josh discuss how the DNC highlighted Democrats' vulnerability on support for Israel and how the Vice President is towing the progressive line to try to appeal to moderates and leftists alike. Uphill Battle: While many rising stars within the Democratic Party have given speeches throughout the convention, there have been some that have stood out more than others. Who are the winners and losers of the event, and what column will the Vice President fall into? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a difference a month can make! Perino on Politics is live from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois as party members from across the country coalesce behind the Harris-Walz campaign, just weeks after President Biden bowed out of the race. CEO of Squared Communications Michael Meehan joins Dana to preview the DNC, from how the crowd will embrace President Biden to the other highly anticipated primetime speeches. They discuss how Vice President Harris has evaded media interviews since being the presumptive nominee and how her elusive nature appears to have revived feelings of instability of the Democratic presidential ticket. Later, Michael shares his hesitancy with the Harris-Walz campaign, sharing that despite the growing momentum they can’t ignore voter issues that originally plagued the 2024 Biden-Harris ticket. Uphill Battle: While Vice President Harris has gained momentum since replacing President Biden on the top of the Democratic presidential ticket, how does she find common ground with voters who are displeased with her handling of the war between Israel and Gaza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Both major parties have their tickets set for the 2024 Presidential Election. But on the eve of the Democratic National Convention, what does the polling tell us about the state of the race today? Senior Political Strategist with Bracewell LLP Liam Donovan discusses what issues and voter demographics will decide November’s election. Liam and Dana look at both the electoral map and the Senate map to examine how competitive races are playing out across the country. Later, they discuss the media's bias toward Vice President Harris despite her lack of interviews on the campaign trail. Uphill Battle: With early voting beginning in less than a month, Democrats have been focused on their 'get out the vote' efforts. Liam emphasizes that former President Trump must unwind some of his old rhetoric or else Republicans might hurt themselves with turnout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FOX News Contributor Mary Katharine Ham fills in for Dana on this week’s edition of Perino On Politics and speaks with Republican strategist and co-founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed to get his take on the 2024 presidential race. Colin dissects how recession fears could impact the country's vote come November. Later, he discusses the strategy behind Vice President Harris's running mate pick and explains how the focus on Governor Josh Shapiro (D-PA) has highlighted the progressive divide within the Democratic Party. Uphill Battle: This weekend, former President Trump held a rally in Georgia where he reignited his old feud with the state's governor, Brian Kemp. Colin emphasizes that campaigns need to focus on the future, not the past, and that the former President must avoid making the election a referendum on himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vice President Harris and former President Trump are neck and neck in a cut-throat presidential race - but will the momentum stay the same in November? Founding Partner at Cavalry LLC and co-host of the Ruthless podcast Michael Duncan examines how things are heating up in the 2024 Election. Dana and Michael discuss the veepstakes for Vice President Harris and Consider which possibilities will be most advantageous for her campaign. Later, Michael dives into the online presence of each party and provides his takes on the messaging tactics used in this election cycle. Uphill Battle: There were frequent conversations about 'double hater' voters during the Trump vs. Biden match-up. Now that Vice President Harris entered the race, Michael explains why it's important to watch how moderate and Independent voters react to her political record to see if her candidacy impacts the enthusiasm gap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Out with the old, in with the (sort of) new - President Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar examines what's in store from the historic reshaping of the 2024 election. Dana and Josh look back at the many seismic political shifts brought on over the last month and discuss the factors working in VP Harris's favor, as well as those working against her. Later, they examine the possibilities of who she may choose for her running mate. Uphill Battle: Last week's Republican National Convention showcased a strong and unified GOP backing former President Trump as their nominee. Josh contrasts that with the division within the Democratic Party and how the infighting will pose a challenge for them going into November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Republican National Convention has officially kicked off in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and the Republican base has gathered to rally around former President Trump as their party’s 2024 Presidential Nominee. Days after surviving an assassination attempt while speaking at a Pennsylvania rally, President Trump has prevailed as a pillar of strength—an image that a presidential nominee seeking re-election could only hope for ahead of their party’s convention. Meanwhile, on the other side of the aisle calls for President Biden to step down are being overshadowed, granting the President a slim opportunity to reassess how to move forward with his campaign. Deputy Chief of Staff under President George W. Bush's administration, Karl Rove examines how the events of the Republican National Convention will fair for former President Trump and responds to growing whispers that the 2024 Election is now the former President’s to lose. Karl and Dana also discuss how the 2024 Presidential Election will impact contentious state elections as voters inch closer to November. Uphill Battle: While the RNC pivots voter attention away from President Biden’s cognitive decline to President Trump’s mission to regain the White House, who’s message of political unity will resonate the best amongst voters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With many Democrats calling for him to drop out, President Biden needs to keep his friends close, and his frenemies closer. FOX News Chief Political Anchor Bret Baier examines the waning support for President Biden from within his own party. Bret and Dana discuss the possibility of Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the Democratic nominee and the problems it could pose for her party ahead of the election. Later, they analyze the state of former President Trump's veepstakes and share when they think an announcement will come about his running mate. Uphill Battle: Though many point to Labor Day as the time when voters begin to take note of the election, Bret stresses that Americans are plugging in right now. With the CNN debate and inflation at the top of people's minds, it paints a grim picture for the future of President Biden's campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite a lackluster performance at the CNN Presidential Debate, President Biden does not plan to drop out any time soon. Former White House Chief Deputy Press Secretary and Partner at FGS Global Trent Duffy explains why the Democrats' dam appears to be holding (for now), and why people are growing more distrustful of the White House. The economy is the number one issue for voters, and President Biden has been unable to make Americans feel better about their financial circumstances over the years. Trent discusses why he believes it's too late for President Biden to change voters' minds on the issue, and why President Trump could face a tough economic transition if elected. Uphill Battle: Former President Trump has the opportunity to gain some ground among independent voters, but to do so, he must focus on his vision rather than vengeance. Trent explains that if the former President can showcase his resume and a transition team, he may appeal to those who still have reservations about him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While voters were anticipating moments of political déjà vu at the first presidential debate, the time that’s lapsed since President Biden and former President Trump took to the debate stage in 2020 was clear as day. Leaving voters wondering, where do we go from here? Republican Strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin, and National Reporter and Columnist for the Washington Examiner, Salena Zito provide post-presidential debate analysis and how both presidential candidate performances woke up voters to truly examine what they want for the next four years. Later, Salena reveals what she’ll be looking for from voters as they head to the polls and Colin emphasizes the need for both presidential campaigns to tailor their messaging to point to the future. Uphill Battle: A disastrous first presidential debate for Democrats, has President Biden’s own party scrambling to figure out what to do next. With the Democratic National Convention on the horizon and whispers of a second debate is President Biden ready? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices