In the second of two episodes focused on the forces shaping the modern GOP, Sarah Longwell, a formidable figure in the political communications world and a leading Republican strategist, joins host Charlotte Alter to discuss the 2024 Iowa Republican presidential caucus and the implications of Donald Trump's win for the upcoming election season. As the President and CEO of Longwell Partners and the driving force behind several influential political organizations, Sarah shares an insider's look at the transformation of the Republican Party over the past two decades and voters’ enduring support for Trump. The first female national board chair of the Log Cabin Republicans, Longwell recounts how her early life in rural Pennsylvania sparked her interest in politics and reflects on the challenges and triumphs of navigating identity in politics. Tune in for a compelling exploration of one woman's mission to rebuild trust in American institutions and foster understanding among diverse points of view.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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