🫏 The Dem They Didn't Know What to Do With: What Really Happens in Southern Democratic Politics

🎙️ Political Trade Secrets: The Dem They Didn't Know What to Do With—What Really HappensInside Southern Democrat Party Politics? Join host Dustin Olson as he sits down with Dr. Aditi Bussells—former Columbia, SC City Council member, Democrat strategist, and healthcare policy expert—for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the realities of running, governing, and surviving in today’s political system.From navigating party pressure while trying to govern independently to building bipartisan support that ultimately hurt her politically, Bussells exposes the internal tensions, incentives, and unwritten rules shaping modern campaigns.This isn’t just theory. It’s how politics actually works.The episode explores:💡 Where both parties fall short on healthcare💡 How Mamdani and Trump capture energy—and attention💡 Why Democrats keep losing on “unsexy” issues like voter ID and public safety💡 How government incentives unintentionally sustain problems like homelessness💡 Why voters often agree more than party leaders, but the system amplifies division🔹 Join our Polling Club for exclusive insights into public opinion: PollingClub.com👉 LIKE, FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE for your front-row seat to how politics really works.