Tom Smith
Person
A political candidate who, according to the excerpt, defeated Donald Trump’s preferred candidate in a contest involving a district Trump had narrowly won. His specific office and jurisdiction are unclear.
3 episodes featuring Tom Smith
Pod Save America
A populist rupture could reshape the 2028 race
The episode connects Democratic factional fights and Republican scandals to a possible third-party challenge that could fracture Trump’s coalition.
Aug 7, 2026 · 1h 31m
The Bulwark Daily
Hamilton bets Kansas voters want independence over party loyalty
The episode pairs a critique of Trump-era political unreality with a test of whether a faith-driven Democrat can compete in Kansas.
Aug 6, 2026 · 1h 26m
The Bulwark Daily
Michigan primary exposes Democrats’ coalition problem
Abdul El-Sayed’s narrow victory sets up a test of Democratic unity, Republican crossover appeal, and the political costs of Islamophobia and foreign-policy attacks.
Aug 5, 2026 · 1h 9m