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Do Washington Republicans really want to win?

THIS EPISODE OF THE NORTHWEST POLITICAST: If the list of endorsements coming out of the Washington State Republican Convention is any indication, it’s going to be a tough year for the GOP. The overwhelming majority of delegates were from the MAGA wing of the party, and their selection of candidates appeared more in line with ideological purity than electability. Even Dave Reichert, the Republican frontrunner for governor withdrew from the party’s endorsement process. So how can the GOP hope to win in 2024? PLUS: The Supreme Court takes up the issue of presidential immunity and looks to give Donald Trump something of a reprieve. AND: Light

THIS EPISODE OF THE NORTHWEST POLITICAST: If the list of endorsements coming out of the Washington State Republican Convention is any indication, it’s going to be a tough year for the GOP.

The overwhelming majority of delegates were from the MAGA wing of the party, and their selection of candidates appeared more in line with ideological purity than electability. Even Dave Reichert, the Republican frontrunner for governor withdrew from the party’s endorsement process.

So how can the GOP hope to win in 2024?

PLUS: The Supreme Court takes up the issue of presidential immunity and looks to give Donald Trump something of a reprieve.

AND: Light rail finally arrives on the Eastside. But is it too little, too late?

Guests include conservative talk show host Ari Hoffman, legal analyst Royal Oakes, and King County Councilwoman Claudia Balducci.

The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

 

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