Authenticity, Electability, and the Road to 2028 Maya Rupert

The Electorette Podcast by Electorette Media

Jun 16, 202642:45News & Politics

One of the most common—and least examined—words in politics is authenticity. We hear it constantly when discussing candidates, campaigns, and electability. But who gets to be seen as authentic? And are all candidates jud...

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