Second Thoughts from a Republican Refugee with Gretchen Purser | Episode 227

from Church and Main · host Dennis Sanders

In this episode of Church and Main, I speak with Gretchen Purser, a former Republican operative, about her 20-year experience in national campaigns and her transformation into a "Republican refugee." We discuss her evangelical roots, the GOP's departure from foundational values under Trump, and the intersection of faith and politics. Gretchen calls for grace and understanding towards former Trump supporters and emphasizes the need for the Democratic Party to reconnect with working-class Americans. The Mess is Mine Podcast with Gretchen Purser Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Website | YouTube

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A former Republican operative talks about her 20-year experience in national campaigns and her transformation into a ”Republican refugee.”

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