Ever wondered how political parties originated? Why the partisanship is so bitter in 2025? Or how elections actually work with primaries, caucuses, and the Electoral College? With the 2026 midterms approaching and election integrity debates everywhere, this episode is essential viewing.

We’re breaking down the complete U.S. election process: the history of America’s two-party system and why partisan polarization keeps getting worse, what parties actually do and why they exist (even though the Founders hated them), how elections work from start to finish—primaries vs. caucuses, delegates explained, the Electoral College system, and the voting rights battles happening right now.

Then we dive into why your vote in local races matters MORE than your vote for President, which states control election laws, and how the 2024 election changed American politics. Whether you’re prepping for 2026 elections, confused about how presidential primaries work, or want to understand voter registration and election procedures—this breakdown makes it crystal clear.

If you’ve ever been confused about the Electoral College, wondered how primary elections choose nominees, or want to understand the American political system before you try to change it—this is where we start.

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