In this episode, Fred Lawrence sits down with UCLA Professor of American Politics and Public Policy Lynn Vavreck to explore the evolving landscape of American elections. Drawing from her childhood experiences and decades of research, Vavreck examines how modern data analytics have transformed the study of political campaigns, why traditional television advertising still matters in a digital age, and how a shrinking "movable middle" continues to decide pivotal races. From pervasive public discontent and declining faith in the “American Dream”, she addresses where she finds hope for political revitalization and the critical role imaginative leadership can play in moving the country forward.
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