The Republicans’ Best Friend | Ep. 643

Midterm Trends

The upcoming midterm elections reveal intriguing trends in voter sentiment and party dynamics. Ben Shapiro highlights that the polls are increasingly favorable for Republicans, attributing this to perceived Democratic failures and a strong economy 1. He notes that the Democrats' actions, such as their handling of the Brett Kavanaugh saga, have mobilized Republican voters, closing the gap in voter interest between the two parties 2.

When Democrats spend weeks demonstrating they don't care about due process and that they will railroad a guy simply for political reasons, very good for Republicans.

--- Ben Shapiro

The surge in voter interest is unprecedented, with both parties experiencing record engagement levels, which adds a layer of uncertainty to the election's outcome 2.

   

Presidential Approval

President Trump's approval ratings are on the rise, a factor that could significantly influence the midterm elections. Ben Shapiro explains that Trump's approval has reached 47%, the highest of his presidency, which is comparable to President Obama's ratings before the 2010 elections 3. This increase is partly due to Trump's economic policies and his image as a change agent, despite being the incumbent 1.

President Trump has done a couple of very good things. Number one, he has taken proper economic measures that have really benefited the average American.

--- Ben Shapiro

While Democrats still lead in the national preference for congressional control, their advantage is diminishing in key competitive districts, suggesting a more complex electoral landscape 3.