In Part 1 of our interview with renowned pollster and political strategist John Rogers, we discuss how he got started in politics, the evolution of his career at the National Republican Congressional Committee, and the importance of data, polling, and culture in winning campaigns.

Political Trade Secrets: John Rogers - The Wizard of the NRCC on Data, Polling, & What Sets Candidates Apart (Part 1)

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Political Trade Secrets: John Rogers - The Wizard of the NRCC on Data, Polling, & What Sets Candidates Apart (Part 1)

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