Facts are Stubborn, but Statistics are more Pliable

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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