Today is another two-for-one newsletter. Above, you can find the video of the Substack Live I recorded yesterday with Josh Barro, Ben Dreyfuss, and Megan McArdle of Central Air. This was a lot of fun, and we chatted about the Texas results (with some particularly candid reflections about what we think of James Talarico’s strengths and weaknesses) and lo…
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A party of one isn't a healthy party
The Texas runoff was a demonstration of Trump’s power — and the lowest moment yet for the former Republican establishment. Plus, my video with the Central Air crew on the midterms, poker and more.
May 28, 2026
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