The Middle American
Far left. Far right. Conservative. Liberal. Republican. Democrat. Can't fully relate? Me either. But nearly all public discourse and media is centered upon the views share by one of the two political parties - and often those shouting the loudest from the extremes of both sides. This isn't just a political podcast. It's a podcast on life and society, with politics mixed in. But from a viewpoint we do not hear enough from - the middle.
The Middle American
Tillis Drops Out
Two-term Republican North Carolina Senator opted to not run for re-election in 2026 in what will likely be the most contested Congressional race of the upcoming election. Tillis was despised by many Republicans for being a RINO, with his history of periodically going against the GOP agenda, or more importantly, Trump. His knack for seeking bipartisanship compromise may have cost him a third term, but will Republican's decision to force him out cost them a Senate seat in 2026 and create a blockade to Trump's agenda for the latter half of his term? I think this is a "be careful what you wish for" scenario for the NC GOP. Let's discuss.
