Jamal & Matt discuss the dynamics of the 2028 presidential campaign, focusing on the emerging trend of candidates embarking on book tours as a means of gaining visibility and support. They discuss various potential candidates, including Gavin Newsom, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Kamala Harris, weighing their chances of running for president and the implications of their decisions. The conversation also touches on the evolving political landscape, the significance of celebrity candidates, and the future of the MAGA coalition amidst shifting public sentiments.

CHAPTERS
00:00 The Rise of Book Tours in Politics
02:13 Candidates: Will They or Won't They?
04:16 Gavin Newsom: The Presidential Contender
06:01 AOC: The Future of Progressivism?
08:56 Kamala Harris: The Vice President's Dilemma
10:27 Gretchen Whitmer: A Potential Candidate?
12:07 Wes Moore: The Next Generation of Leadership
12:54 The Role of Celebrity in Politics
13:42 Abigail Spanberger: A New Contender?
15:43 The State of the Union Response: A Launchpad for Candidates?
17:18 The Future of the MAGA Coalition