Jonathan Martin
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American political journalist and author known for reporting and analysis of U.S. elections and political parties. He has worked for major national news organizations, including The New York Times and Politico.
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9 episodes featuring Jonathan Martin
The Bulwark Daily
Stevens urges Democrats to confront Trump and Republican weakness
The conversation tests whether Democrats can turn Republican vulnerabilities on corruption, foreign policy, and Trump into a confident midterm strategy.
Sep 22, 2026 · 59 min
Pod Save America
Abdul El-Sayed bets authenticity can break through Michigan’s noise
The conversation tests whether a progressive, Muslim candidate can turn economic concerns, public-health distrust, and personal authenticity into a general-election strategy.
Sep 13, 2026 · 1h 16m
Pod Save America
Democrats debate the midterm lessons that could reshape 2028
The episode connects electoral strategy, political communication, media habits, and grassroots organizing to the Democrats’ prospects in the next presidential cycle.
Sep 8, 2026 · 1h 12m
Pod Save America
Michigan tests Democrats’ coalition and candidate strategy
The discussion connects one pivotal Senate contest to broader questions about Trump’s midterm impact, Democratic positioning, and the limits of election forecasting.
Sep 6, 2026 · 1h 15m
The Bulwark Daily
Republican senators confront the consequences of enabling Trump
The discussion tests whether Republican criticism can matter after lawmakers have helped install and sustain an administration they now question.
Sep 3, 2026 · 1h 14m
Pod Save America
Trump’s choices deepen Republican risks before the 2026 midterms
The episode connects war, trade, election oversight, constitutional disputes, and AI backlash to mounting political and institutional risks for Republicans.
Sep 1, 2026 · 1h 45m
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov
Iran strikes and tariffs test America’s political stability
The episode connects unresolved military objectives, Pentagon turmoil, trade conflict, and Democratic positioning ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Sep 1, 2026 · 51 min
The Bulwark Daily
Democrats debate the path to victory in Republican-leaning states
The discussion tests whether Democrats can broaden their appeal without alienating the progressive voters and candidates essential to the party’s coalition.
Aug 26, 2026 · 59 min
Fearless with Jason Whitlock
Whitlock backs Watson over Sanders’ Cleveland coronation
The debate tests whether proven achievement and a difficult comeback deserve more support than celebrity momentum and early hype.
Aug 13, 2026 · 1h 6m