For the first time ever, all four of The Recount podcast hosts team up for a bonus episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers. 00:00. The three of them break down the Democrats' disappointing down-ballot performances, parse messaging strategies for the party going forward, and dissect the power of propaganda. David Plouffe and Steve Schmidt are friends, former rivals and two of the top strategic minds in America. They take a bird's-eye view of the election which includes but is not limited to: trying to fix the Democrats' attitude problem, evaluating Trumpâs electorate woes, and sussing out Southern senate races. In Battleground, they'll draw on 50+ years of combined experience inside campaigns and in government to break down how the Democrats and Republicans are fighting for votes. The Lincoln Project only reports the Truth which no other news Media outlets have ever done. Steve Schmidt is Howard Schultzâs political adviser, but that doesnât mean heâs ready to answer questions on the potential 2020 candidateâs platforms. This week on Battleground, David and Steve are joined by former Republican strategist and media wizard Stuart Stevens and the Raginâ Cajun himself, James Carville. "Lincoln Project" member Steve Schmidt warned Wednesday on MSNBC that the Republican Party is willing to sacrifice America to keep President Trump in power. Longtime political strategist Steve Schmidt joins the podcast to discuss the 2020 election and where things stand with less than five months to go until election day. At the time, Schmidt ⦠Letâs build back America! For all of the words that have been written and spoken about -- and by -- Donald Trump, it's often difficult to put a finger on what makes his presidency so incredibly abnormal. Read More. Aired on 10/18/19. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers. They understand American politics better than almost anyone because, when they were running presidential campaigns, they had to make momentous decisions almost every single day. He has worked on numerous Republican campaigns including, President George W. Bush, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Senator John McCain. Been a BIG fan of both these guys for years. âDavid Plouffe and Steve Schmidt are friends, former rivals and two of the top strategic minds in America. Listen to find out! Plus, Rachel announces her super PAC, Strike PAC, that sheâs co-founding alongside Laurie Spivak. Finally, what do you get when two Democrats and two ex-Republicans try to figure out the future of the Republican Party? Will outside groups hurt Democrats' chances in Georgia? Stephen Edward Schmidt (born September 28, 1970) is an American communications and public affairs strategist who has worked on Republican political campaigns, including those of President George W. Bush, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Arizona Senator John McCain.. Schmidt was the senior campaign strategist and advisor to the 2008 presidential campaign of Senator John McCain. SCHMIDT: They crossed the Rubicon. An amazing podcast interview to listen to â Steve Schmidt by Al Franken Steve was a lifelong Republican who left the party in 2018 and vows to vote Democrat after publicly railing against Trump and Trumpism and together with George Conway and Rick Wilson would join a list of well known and outspoken conservatives on the Lincoln Project.. Republican strategist and co-founder of the Lincoln Project, Steve Schmidt, join Stephanie Ruhle to discuss whether moderate Republicans even exist anymore. ...Steve Schmidt has made it plain, telling the truth in a clear, unambiguous language. Button. He has also written five best-selling books, including "All the President's Men," as well as seminal magazine essays for publications like Rolling Stone and The New Republic. Schmidt is a pundit, formerly of MSNBC, who has worked on Republican political campaigns including those of President George W. Bush, former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Senator John McCain.He was the guy who got McCain to choose Sarah Palin as a running mate in 2008, irrevocably pushing the Republican Party to the right.Now, Schmidt has pivoted to a new career as a ⦠Steve Schmidt served as a political strategist for George W. Bush and the John McCain presidential campaign. He, along with his colleague Bod Woodward, broke the Watergate story that eventually led to President Nixon's resignation. Mitch McConnell has been every bit of the anti-democracy authoritarian Trump is. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers, "This is Crazy and Should Stop!" I am grateful to this podcast for speaking truth to justice and laying out the case that led to the Trumpâs demise. These men are sounding the alarm. âShow The Al Franken Podcast, Ep Steve Schmidt Tears Trump and the Republican Party A New One - May 17, 2020 âThe former GOP strategist trashes Trump and his enablers. Battleground with David Plouffe & Steve Schmidt. They understand American politics better than almost anyone because, when they were running presidential campaigns, they had to make momentous decisions almost every single day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers, In the first episode of "Battleground" since President-elect Biden was projected to win 270 electoral college votes, David and Steve take a moment to reflect on how the election unfolded and what may lie ahead. ... 'This Is Bulls**t': Howard Schultz Adviser Abandons His Own Podcast âIâm not doing this," said Steve Schmidt as he stormed out. They understand American politics better than almost anyone because, when they were running presidential campaigns, they had to make momentous decisions almost every single day. And this isn't a new movement. Copyright © 2020 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers, "The Other Side is Feeding Them Jim Crow" with Majority Whip James Clyburn, David and Steve are joined by House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn â the South Carolina Congressman whose endorsement of Biden, back in February, revived his campaign and signaled to the Democratic Party that it was time to stop playing the field and settle down with a dependable nominee. David and Steve ask Congressman Clyburn about divisions in Congress, how Biden should use the executive order, and the post-election autopsy gripping the Democratic Party. KEEP in TOUCH. Steve Schmidt. 01:05:30 - In this episode, Jim Papa is joined by political strategist, Steve Schmidt. 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