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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on outsider candidate success

Season 2026 Episode 163 | 8m 45s

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including where Democratic primary voters stand this election year, the energy behind outsider candidates, the strength of President Trump's endorsement in South Carolina and GOP Rep. Max Miller staying in the race despite abuse allegations.

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