Progressive politicians are gaining momentum in the United States, scoring a series of notable victories in primary elections ahead of November’s crucial midterms. One of the biggest wins came in the state of Michigan, where progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate despite huge spending against him. What is driving the growing support for progressive candidates? And could their success reshape the political landscape when Americans vote in November?

Host: Anand Naidoo.

Guests: 
Mary C. Curtis is Columnist with Roll Call and host of the podcast “Equal Time.”
Brandon Brice is Secretary of the Delaware Republican Party.
Aaron Mate is Host of "Pushback with Aaron Maté" on the Grayzone.
Niambi Carter is Associate Professor with the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland.