Facts are Stubborn, but Statistics are more Pliable

The Modern Federalist Podcast

Welcome to the Modern Federalist Podcast! In today’s episode, we tackle pressing issues in the political landscape with in-depth analysis and exclusive interviews. Here’s what we’ve got lined up:

Intro: Charlton Allen outlines the agenda for the episode

Segment 1: Battle State Polling Analysis

• Topic: A deep dive into recent battleground state polling from Siena College and The New York Times.
• Focus States: Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
• Key Insight: We’ll explore a substantial issue in the cross tabs that raises questions about the accuracy of these polls.
• Discussion Point: Kamala Harris’s impact on the Democratic base and whether her appeal in these "blue wall" states is as significant as it seems.

Segment 2: Further Polling Concerns

• Topic: Examination of a second battleground poll by Siena College and The New York Times.
• Focus States: Arizona, Nevada, North Carolina, and Georgia.
• Key Insight: This poll reveals a similar red flag as the previous one, highlighting problems in how these polls are reported by the media.
• Discussion Point: The potential manipulation of poll results and the implications for public perception.

Segment 3: Tim Walz and China

• Topic: A follow-up on the connections between Democrat VP candidate Tim Walz and the People’s Republic of China.
• Discussion Point: Investigating the implications of these ties and what they mean for U.S. politics and policy.

Segment 4: Interview with Brian Riedl

• Special Guest: Brian Riedl of the Manhattan Institute.
• Topic: The necessity of defense spending for America’s national security.
• Discussion Point: Brian will argue for why maintaining a robust defense is crucial for the country’s future.

Outros/Disclaimer

Quote of the Day: Our episode title is a quote attributed to Mark Twain. It sums up some of the recent polling quite well.

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