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CNN's Political Director David Chalian lives, breathes, and sleeps politics, so who better to help make sense of the ever-shifting political landscape? Join David and his colleagues as they asked tough questions, provided insight and analysis, and helped you separate the political signal from the noise.

  1. Introducing Politically Sound

    08/21/2020

    Introducing Politically Sound

    Kamala Harris made history this week as the first woman of color to join a major party presidential ticket just as the nation commemorates the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage. The centennial is yet another example of this nation’s complicated and often messy history. Black women who fought for the right to vote found themselves sidelined in the face of racism and political calculations. In our very first episode, CNN Political Director David Chalian and CNN Senior Political Reporter Nia-Malika Henderson examine the role of diversity and inclusivity in the major messaging of the Democratic Party, while sharing the often overlooked stories of the Black women who paved the way for a new generation of leaders To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    28 min
  2. Introducing the CNN Political Briefing

    08/19/2020

    Introducing the CNN Political Briefing

    A night of powerful women and big names are set to speak at the DNC, including Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama. Join CNN Political Director David Chalian for his insights on what you can expect from the third night of the convention. Plus, after months of undermining voting by mail, the president’s trying to save face with his most recent message about mail-in ballots to his supporters and a new bipartisan Senate report says 2016 Russian election interference was not a hoax. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    8 min
  3. Trump Tries Birther Lies Again

    08/14/2020

    Trump Tries Birther Lies Again

    President Trump is trying to use the same attack he used on Obama against Kamala Harris: Questioning where she was born and claiming that she may not be eligible for the role of Vice President. CNN Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks this down, as well as the growing concerns about the post office and mail-in voting. Plus, Jared Kushner's meeting with Kanye West to discuss policy.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    7 min
  4. Unbossed: Shirley Chisholm for President

    08/14/2020

    Unbossed: Shirley Chisholm for President

    In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote, we are sharing the stories of women who broke barriers in politics. In today’s episode we look back on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm – the first elected Black Congresswoman and first Black woman to run for president as a major party candidate. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    6 min
  5. Vote By Mail Funding Held Hostage

    08/13/2020

    Vote By Mail Funding Held Hostage

    New comments in President Trump’s ongoing war with mail-in voting fuels allegations that he is trying to manipulate the postal system for political gain. CNN Correspondent, Kristen Holmes discusses that, plus Trump’s attacks against presumptive Vice Presidential nominee, Kamala Harris. And a new government plan to allow more water through shower heads seems aimed at pleasing one person, and one person only. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    8 min
  6. Inside the Kamala Harris VP Pick

    08/12/2020

    Inside the Kamala Harris VP Pick

    Why did Biden pick Kamala Harris? Why is she a historic pick? What role will she play during the campaign? CNN Political Director, David Chalian answers those questions and discusses how the Trump campaign is dealing with the new addition to the Biden campaign. Then, Biden and Harris make their first appearance together in the backdrop of a global pandemic. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    9 min
  7. Biden's Choice: Kamala Harris

    08/11/2020

    Biden's Choice: Kamala Harris

    The wait is over! Biden picks Kamala Harris as his running mate, the first black woman ever to be chosen for that role. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses why Harris was the Biden’s campaign's choice. He also discusses how the Trump and Biden teams are framing the battle over Social Security to their own advantage, plus why this year’s Democratic Convention is so unconventional. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    9 min
  8. Executive Orders That Don’t Add Up

    08/10/2020

    Executive Orders That Don’t Add Up

    President Trump signs four executive orders for COVID economic relief, attempting to bypass Congress after he doesn’t get a deal. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses why those executive orders fall short of what the President promised, and why he likely won’t be immortalized on Mount Rushmore.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    8 min
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CNN's Political Director David Chalian lives, breathes, and sleeps politics, so who better to help make sense of the ever-shifting political landscape? Join David and his colleagues as they asked tough questions, provided insight and analysis, and helped you separate the political signal from the noise.

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  • Creator
    CNN Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2020
  • Episodes
    265
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2019 - 2026 CNN
  • Show Website
    The Daily DC

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