Molly Jong-Fast and The New Republic's Meredith Shiner, focusing on the political landscape surrounding the Trump administration's unpopular war efforts and its implications during the midterm elections. The discussion delves into Pete Hegseth's appeal for more funding amidst the lack of a clear strategy and transparency, highlighting contradictions within the current administration's foreign policy. It explores historical anti-war sentiments among Democratic voters, drawing parallels to past elections like Barack Obama's campaign, which succeeded partly due to his opposition to the Iraq war. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Republicans and Democrats as well as intra-party tensions. There's an examination of the influence of money in politics post-Citizens United, emphasizing that monetary support cannot replace genuine voter connections or authenticity. The discussion further touches on the implications of political endorsements and financial backing from entities like the DCCC and AIPAC in tight races, and the nuanced impact of strong constituent services as an overlooked yet vital aspect of political success. Molly and Meredith also note the unpredictability of current political trends and the absence of precedent in today's political climate, concluding with an acknowledgment of ongoing challenges in voter engagement and election sentiment. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328