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Grace and Katelyn kick off season two of 'Second Helping' with a series of interviews with candidates for Chairman of the DNC. This episode features a conversation with Jason Paul, a Massachusetts attorney and political strategist running for the chair position. Jason discusses the importance of cohesive campaign organizing, maximizing engagement across the entire democratic ecosystem, and the need for consistent investment in state parties. He emphasizes the value of grassroots efforts, year-round organizing, and counter-messaging to overcome losing trends in certain counties. Jason also advocates for strategic, effective use of funds and introduces an innovative concept of a training academy for potential candidates. Throughout, he highlights the importance of adapting a growth mindset for future success of the Democratic Party.
00:00 Welcome to Second Helping!
00:29 Introducing Jason Paul
00:40 The Role of the Democratic Chair
01:23 Challenges and Strategies
02:51 State Party Investments
03:36 Funding and Financial Strategies
05:38 Messaging and Coalition Building
08:47 Candidate Training Academy
10:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
Copyright 2025 Grace Cowan
By Grace Cowan | The Alliance Coalition5
2525 ratings
Grace and Katelyn kick off season two of 'Second Helping' with a series of interviews with candidates for Chairman of the DNC. This episode features a conversation with Jason Paul, a Massachusetts attorney and political strategist running for the chair position. Jason discusses the importance of cohesive campaign organizing, maximizing engagement across the entire democratic ecosystem, and the need for consistent investment in state parties. He emphasizes the value of grassroots efforts, year-round organizing, and counter-messaging to overcome losing trends in certain counties. Jason also advocates for strategic, effective use of funds and introduces an innovative concept of a training academy for potential candidates. Throughout, he highlights the importance of adapting a growth mindset for future success of the Democratic Party.
00:00 Welcome to Second Helping!
00:29 Introducing Jason Paul
00:40 The Role of the Democratic Chair
01:23 Challenges and Strategies
02:51 State Party Investments
03:36 Funding and Financial Strategies
05:38 Messaging and Coalition Building
08:47 Candidate Training Academy
10:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
Copyright 2025 Grace Cowan

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