CNN 5 Things

Should Dems Dare to Dream in Mississippi?

CNN 5 Things

Show Notes

A top Republican super PAC is making late ad buys in a state that would have been unthinkable not long ago: Mississippi. While party officials may not think they will actually lose the Senate race in the GOP stronghold, it speaks to the rapid rise of Democratic nominee Scott Colom. We look at what a growing “blacklash” against GOP voting moves looks like.

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Guest: Fredreka Schouten, CNN National Political Writer

Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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