Show Notes
This week on Take 2 Podcast: Heidi Hatch is joined by Maura Carabello of the Exoro Group and Utah GOP Chair Rob Axson.
The 2026 election sprint: Mail ballots go out Oct. 13 ahead of Utah’s Nov. 3 general election.
The new Salt Lake-centered 1st Congressional District and whether it could help determine the balance of power in Washington.
Breaking down the CD1 debate between Democrat Ben McAdams and Republican Riley Owen: Did either candidate move undecided voters?
What to watch for in the CD3 debate between Republican Rep. Celeste Maloy and Democratic challenger Kent Udell.
New polling on how Utahns are feeling about the midterms — and whether optimism, anxiety and the national political environment will shape turnout.
Constitutional Amendments A and B, including the proposed 60% threshold for citizen initiatives that create or increase taxes.
Former Utah Rep. Trevor Lee’s fraud charges, resignation and the impact on public trust.
Two major death-penalty developments: the halted execution of Tennessee inmate Christa Pike and the release on bond of Utah death-row inmate Douglas Carter after more than 40 years.
CBS News’ partnership with prediction market Kalshi: Useful political data or a risky new influence on election coverage?
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Host: Heidi Hatch