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Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse sit down with Democratic strategist Guy Cecil to unpack the latest battles reshaping the Democratic Party—and what they could tell us about the road to 2028. They start in Massachusetts, where Ed Markey decisively defeated Seth Moulton, sparking a bigger debate over whether Democratic voters care more about ideology, experience, or generational change—and whether simply being younger is enough to unseat an incumbent.

From there, they head to Texas, where the fallout from the Democratic primary continues to expose tensions within the party. They examine Jasmine Crockett’s complicated relationship with James Talarico, the importance of endorsements, the increasingly toxic online environment surrounding primary politics, and what the race could mean for control of the Senate.

The conversation then turns to the rapidly changing world of political influence, as creators and influencers become an increasingly important force in campaigns. They discuss how political creators are operating differently from traditional journalists, the growing importance of direct access to candidates, and what an influencer-driven political landscape could look like heading into 2028.

Speaking of 2028, Rob, Jesse, and Guy dig into the coming scramble for Democratic campaign talent. With dozens of potential candidates preparing for a presidential primary, they explore the competition for staff, where campaigns might establish their headquarters, whether fully remote campaigns could become the norm, and just how chaotic the race for political talent could become.

Finally, they tackle one of the most unexpected political issues emerging from the AI boom: data centers. They debate Trump and JD Vance’s positions on data-center expansion, the backlash over rising electricity and infrastructure costs, the growing tension between local communities and the AI economy, and why data-center politics could become a major issue for both parties by 2028.

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