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Are Democrats Being Realistic About a Blue Wave?
20 October 2026

Are Democrats Being Realistic About a Blue Wave?

CNN 5 Things

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Poll after poll continues to show strong enthusiasm for Democrats, including for Senate candidates in deep red states. But are they setting expectations of a blue wave too high? We look at recent history for a reality check. 

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Guest: Zachary B. Wolf, CNN Politics Senior Writer 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin
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