Ep. 67: Don’t Bring a Rulebook to a Knife Fight: How Democrats Can Actually Win Again with Kate Barr

- - What happens when you bring a behavioral scientist, a rigged map, and a whole lot of “why are we still doing it this way?” energy into one political podcast episode? Absolute fire. 🔥 This week on Beyond Resistance, we’re joined by Kate Barr — organizer, founder of the Can’t Win Victory Fund, and the woman who famously ran as an openly fake Republican to expose gerrymandering from the inside. Yes, really. We dive into why losing elections can actually be a winning political strategy, how gerrymandered districts warp democracy, and what it really takes to build progressive power in red states. From North Carolina to Michigan, this conversation gets honest about electoral reform, grassroots organizing, unaffiliated voters, and why the Democratic establishment keeps missing obvious opportunities to win. Along the way, we talk about: - Gerrymandering and redistricting (because democracy deserves better maps) - Why political norms are overrated when democracy is on the line - How to organize in deep-red districts without losing your mind - Fighting for fair elections, voting rights, and long-term political strategy - What it means to “bring a knife to a knife fight” in modern American politics If you’re into progressive politics podcasts, election reform, independent voters, or stories about people breaking the rules to fix democracy — this episode is for you. It’s smart, slightly unhinged (in the best way), and deeply hopeful. 🎧 Hit play, ruffle some feathers, and let’s talk about how to actually win. To learn more about Kate Barr and the Can't Win Victory Fund: www.cantwinvictoryfund.com To learn more about Beyond Resistance and the Blueprint for Building Blue Power: www.beyondresistancepod.com #BluePower #CantWin #Politics #midterms2026