
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
Democrats' Trust Problem
Democrat favorability is at historic lows heading into the 2026 midterms. In North Carolina, registered Republicans are on the verge of overtaking registered Democrats. Why the sharp decline? It's a matter of trust. Democrats, particularly their leadership (or lack thereof) has lost the trust of the American public. From COVID through today, it has been eroded away. What can they do to fix it? Hint: It's not continuing to point the finger at Trump.