The Breakdown w/ Bakari Sellers

The Breakdown w/ Bakari Sellers

Can Democrats win South Carolina? Bakari Sellers joins Katherine Harvey to discuss what the 2026 South Carolina primary results revealed, the challenge of defeating Lindsey Graham, and why building a competitive Democratic Party requires years of investment in local candidates and communities. They also examine key legislative races, fundraising, voter engagement, and the long term strategy shaping the future of South Carolina politics. 00:00 Introduction 02:33 Can Democrats Flip SC 1? 06:49 Why SC Isn't Georgia Yet 12:21 The Formula for Beating Lindsey Graham 17:24 National Politics vs South Carolina 20:50 The 2030 Strategy Starts Now There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

Meet the Primary Runoff Candidates: Congressional District 1 Democrats

The race to replace Nancy Mace enters its final stretch as Democratic voters choose between two candidates with deep public service backgrounds. Nancy Lacore and Mac Deford make their case on affordability, coastal flooding, veterans, housing, public service, and who is best prepared to take on the general election in November. With early voting on June 17 and 18 and runoff Election Day on June 23, this race could help shape the future of Lowcountry representation in Congress. 00:00 Introduction 01:24 Nancy Lacore 18:36 Mac Deford Nancy Lacore https://www.nancylacore.com/ Mac Deford https://defordforcongress.com/ Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

Let's Discuss the South Carolina Primary Results

South Carolina’s primary results are in, and there is a lot to unpack. From the governor’s race and Trump’s influence on Republican voters to Democratic turnout, gerrymandering, and the races that could reshape political power in the state, this election cycle revealed more than just winners and losers. Grace and Katelyn break down the biggest surprises, what the results say about South Carolina voters, and why races like State Treasurer may matter more than people realize. From surprise outcomes to bigger political trends, these results could shape what happens next in South Carolina. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:09 South Carolina Primaries Broke Records 00:10:47 The Fight Over Closed Primaries 00:18:12 Why Democrats Keep Losing the Message 00:27:37 Nancy Mace’s Brutal Primary Loss 00:35:53 A Very Important Governor's Race 00:44:12 Secretary of State and Treasurer Races 00:57:26 Standout House Candidates From the Primaries 01:03:54 A Whole Nother Thing Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

Meet the Primary Candidates: Congressional District 1 - Part 3

Coastal South Carolina is growing fast, but who can still afford to live there? Matt Fulmer discusses his campaign for Congressional District 1, focusing on housing costs, wealth inequality, working class voters, and the cost of living in South Carolina’s coastal communities. He makes the case for taxing concentrated wealth, protecting opportunity, and building politics around people who feel priced out of the future. Matt Fulmer https://www.fulmerforcongress.com/ Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

Meet the Primary Candidates: House District 116 and 123

Growth is reshaping the Lowcountry, but many voters say leadership is not keeping up. In House Districts 116 and 123, candidates David Bell, Clay Middleton, and Ann Shippey talk rising costs, overcrowded infrastructure, health care access, development, and what representation should look like in South Carolina. These conversations dig into the local issues that could decide two competitive House races. 00:00 Introduction 01:29 David Bell 10:01 Clay Middleton 28:03 Ann Shippy David Bell https://davidbellsc116.com/ Clay Middleton https://www.claymiddleton.com/ Ann Shippy https://www.annshippy4sc123.com/ Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/