Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio with his son Louis for the full hour to talk about the forecast for the makeup of the United States Congress after the coming midterm elections and how quickly the popularity of socialism has risen in the United States. They explores the idea that the media's emphasis on sensationalism and opinion pieces has led to a distorted view of the country's politics and policies. Hugh and Louis discuss how this can be seen in the way the media is portraying the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, with some outlets predicting a "bloodbath" for the Republicans, while the data suggests a much closer contest. They also touch on the importance of voter registration and the role of swing voters in determining the outcome of elections. The conversation also touches on the topic of academia and its influence on shaping public opinion and promoting progressive ideologies.