Red, White and Who? The Inflation Election
Summary
This episode of Red, White, and Who explores the economic anxieties driving voters in Arizona's competitive first congressional district. Reporter Eliza Collins interviews local business owners and residents about rising gas and grocery prices, highlighting how inflation has eroded support for both parties. The segment contrasts the campaigns of Democratic candidate Amish Shah, who blames Trump's policies, and Republican Jay Feely, who attributes costs to Biden. It concludes by analyzing the limited legislative power Democrats would hold if they regained control of Congress.
Topics discussed
Restaurant owner Michael Rosconi discusses rising costs
Voter interviews on gas prices and grocery inflation
Show intro and sponsor: Accenture
Trump's economic promises vs. current inflation
Why AZ-1 is a key swing district for midterms
Gas station interviews: Independent voter Casey O'Neill
Mixed reactions from Republican voters on economy
Introducing the candidates: Shah and Feely
Sponsor: Indeed Sponsored Jobs
Democrat Amish Shah's campaign and economic message
Republican Jay Feely's strategy and economic views
National economic trends affecting midterms
Potential impact of Democratic House/Senate wins
Listener stories and preview of next episode
Credits and sign-off
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