The desire for “equity” has overtaken every institution in America, from colleges to corporations. It is no longer about selecting the most qualified candidate but meeting specific quotas. So what does it mean for society as standards get pushed aside for box-checking? New York Times bestselling author Heather Mac Donalds joins the show to discuss her new book When Race Trumps Merit.

The desire for “equity” has overtaken every institution in America, from colleges to corporations. It is no longer about selecting the most qualified candidate but meeting specific quotas. So what does it mean for society as standards get pushed aside for box-checking? New York Times bestselling author Heather Mac Donalds joins the show to discuss her new book When Race Trumps Merit.

The mainstream media is broken. Groupthink, fake news, and distrust are just a few words to describe it. Too many journalists now bow to the pressure of political correctness instead of standing tall for the truth. That is why Americans don’t know who to trust. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what actually matters. As a former pollster and political adviser, and now a television news commentator, Lisa has a deep understanding of the political and legislative impact of the hottest issues. That is why she has earned the trust of viewers and a reputation of being a fearless truth teller. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will not be beholden to anyone. It will stand against the herd mentality that is poisoning today’s media. Because simply stated: Lisa thinks for herself.

The mainstream media is broken. Groupthink, fake news, and distrust are just a few words to describe it. Too many journalists now bow to the pressure of political correctness instead of standing tall for the truth. That is why Americans don’t know who to trust. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what actually matters. As a former pollster and political adviser, and now a television news commentator, Lisa has a deep understanding of the political and legislative impact of the hottest issues. That is why she has earned the trust of viewers and a reputation of being a fearless truth teller. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will not be beholden to anyone. It will stand against the herd mentality that is poisoning today’s media. Because simply stated: Lisa thinks for herself.

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The desire for “equity” has overtaken every institution in America, from colleges to corporations. It is no longer about selecting the most qualified candidate but meeting specific quotas. So what does it mean for society as standards get pushed aside for box-checking?

When Race Trumps Merit with Heather Mac Donald

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Is the Democratic Party experiencing a Tea Party-style revolution—or something far more radical?

On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, political strategist and It's a Numbers Game Podcast host Ryan Girdusky joins Lisa to break down the rapid rise of Democratic Socialists, the growing influence of the far left, and what it all means for the 2026 midterm elections.

Lisa and Ryan discuss whether today's progressive movement is driven by anti-establishment frustration or a genuine embrace of socialist ideology, why Democratic primary voters are moving further left, and how candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are reshaping the party.

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Is the Democratic Party experiencing a Tea Party-style revolution&mdash;or something far more radical?
On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, political strategist and I<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-a-numbers-game-with-ryan-girdusky/id1788891712">t's a Numbers Game</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-a-numbers-game-with-ryan-girdusky/id1788891712"> Podcast</a> host&nbsp;Ryan Girdusky joins Lisa to break down the rapid rise of Democratic Socialists, the growing influence of the far left, and what it all means for the 2026 midterm elections.
Lisa and Ryan discuss whether today's progressive movement is driven by anti-establishment frustration or a genuine embrace of socialist ideology, why Democratic primary voters are moving further left, and how candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are reshaping the party.
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On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, political strategist and It's a Numbers Game Podcast host Ryan Girdusky joins Lisa to break down the rapid rise of Democratic Socialists, the growing influence of the far left, and what it all means for the 2026 midterm elections.  Start protecting what you've worked hard for, right now. Head over to coveron.com/truth to learn more about how Coveron has your back.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Ryan Girdusky on the Rise of Democratic Socialists, the Left's Radical Shift & the 2026 Midterms

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Michigan could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate in 2026—and veteran Republican strategist Stu Sandler joins Lisa Boothe to explain why this race is one of the most consequential in the country. Drawing on decades of experience in Michigan politics, Sandler breaks down the high-stakes matchup between Republican Mike Rogers and Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, examining campaign strategy, voter coalitions, turnout, and the issues that could decide the election.

The conversation also explores whether Michigan has truly become a swing state, how President Trump's coalition reshaped the political landscape, why Republicans believe they can flip the Senate seat, and how Democrats are balancing progressive activism with broader general election appeal. Sandler also offers his outlook on the battle for control of both the Senate and House, along with what the Democratic Party could look like after the Trump era.

If you're following the 2026 midterm elections, Michigan politics, or the fight for Senate control, this episode provides an insider's analysis of one of the nation's most important races.

Michigan could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate in 2026&mdash;and veteran Republican strategist Stu Sandler joins Lisa Boothe to explain why this race is one of the most consequential in the country. Drawing on decades of experience in Michigan politics, Sandler breaks down the high-stakes matchup between Republican Mike Rogers and Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, examining campaign strategy, voter coalitions, turnout, and the issues that could decide the election.
The conversation also explores whether Michigan has truly become a swing state, how President Trump's coalition reshaped the political landscape, why Republicans believe they can flip the Senate seat, and how Democrats are balancing progressive activism with broader general election appeal. Sandler also offers his outlook on the battle for control of both the Senate and House, along with what the Democratic Party could look like after the Trump era.
If you're following the 2026 midterm elections, Michigan politics, or the fight for Senate control, this episode provides an insider's analysis of one of the nation's most important races.

Michigan could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate in 2026—and veteran Republican strategist Stu Sandler joins Lisa Boothe to explain why this race is one of the most consequential in the country.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Michigan Senate Showdown: Can Republicans Stop Socialist Abdul El-Sayed? | Stu Sandler Breaks Down 2026

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Political strategist and pollster Chris Wilson joins Lisa Boothe to break down the state of the 2026 midterm elections, the Republican Party's turnout problem, the Democratic Party's move to the left and why traditional political polling is becoming increasingly difficult to trust.

Wilson, CEO of Eyes Over Technologies, explains why Republicans are facing a challenging but highly competitive midterm environment. While history favors Democrats and Republican voter intensity remains a concern, the GOP could benefit from the Senate map, redistricting and Democratic candidates who may be too far left for their states.

So what should Republicans actually campaign on? Wilson argues that the winning message comes down to four words: affordability, security, trust and confidence. He explains why candidates should focus on the cost of groceries and everyday life, public safety, competent government and delivering tangible results for voters rather than relying on generic attacks about socialism.

Lisa and Chris also examine critical Senate races in Michigan, Alaska, North Carolina, Ohio and elsewhere, along with the challenge of getting lower-propensity Trump voters back to the polls when Donald Trump himself isn't on the ballot.

Then they tackle one of the biggest questions in modern politics: Can we still trust the polls? Wilson explains how declining response rates, inaccurate turnout models, early voting and rapidly changing public opinion are making traditional polling increasingly complicated.

Finally, Wilson explains how artificial intelligence, online conversation analysis and real-time narrative tracking could transform political campaigns by showing not just where voters stand today, but where public opinion is moving heading into Election Day.

Political strategist and pollster Chris Wilson joins Lisa Boothe to break down the state of the 2026 midterm elections, the Republican Party's turnout problem, the Democratic Party's move to the left and why traditional political polling is becoming increasingly difficult to trust.
Wilson, CEO of Eyes Over Technologies, explains why Republicans are facing a challenging but highly competitive midterm environment. While history favors Democrats and Republican voter intensity remains a concern, the GOP could benefit from the Senate map, redistricting and Democratic candidates who may be too far left for their states.
So what should Republicans actually campaign on? Wilson argues that the winning message comes down to four words: affordability, security, trust and confidence. He explains why candidates should focus on the cost of groceries and everyday life, public safety, competent government and delivering tangible results for voters rather than relying on generic attacks about socialism.
Lisa and Chris also examine critical Senate races in Michigan, Alaska, North Carolina, Ohio and elsewhere, along with the challenge of getting lower-propensity Trump voters back to the polls when Donald Trump himself isn't on the ballot.
Then they tackle one of the biggest questions in modern politics: Can we still trust the polls? Wilson explains how declining response rates, inaccurate turnout models, early voting and rapidly changing public opinion are making traditional polling increasingly complicated.
Finally, Wilson explains how artificial intelligence, online conversation analysis and real-time narrative tracking could transform political campaigns by showing not just where voters stand today, but where public opinion is moving heading into Election Day.

Political strategist and pollster Chris Wilson joins Lisa Boothe to break down the state of the 2026 midterm elections, the Republican Party's turnout problem, the Democratic Party's move to the left and why traditional political polling is becoming increasingly difficult to trust.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Chris Wilson: Republicans Have a Turnout Problem — Here’s How They Can Fix It

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