Why would anyone want to return to a job with an 80% disapproval rating? In this episode, we break down the "Recidivist Candidate" paradox. We explore why 18 former members—from Mayra Flores to Cori Bush—are fighting to get back into a gridlocked Congress. Is it a psychological addiction to power or a calculated strategy based on new redistricting maps? Join us as we analyze whether this is a restoration of experience or a stagnation of democracy.

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