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What went wrong for Republicans in the midterms, and what needs to change before 2028?

 

Heritage Foundation and Heritage Action President Kevin Roberts joins the Daily Signal's final episode of "Midterm Report" to break down the election results and identify what he sees as two major problems for conservatives: economic and affordability concerns, and a failure to effectively communicate their accomplishments.

 

Roberts explains why he believes the results are not a repudiation of conservatism or America First, what Washington can do to tackle the cost of living, and why conservatives should already be organizing for 2028.

 

He also previews Heritage’s agenda for the years ahead, including addressing affordability, and countering socialism, China, and Islamification. Next week Roberts will convene hundreds of conservative leaders at The Forum. Learn more: https://www.theforum26.org/2026/

 

FAQ

 

Why does Kevin Roberts think Republicans struggled in the midterms?
Roberts points to economic and affordability concerns, the consequences of the Iran war, and what he describes as poor messaging by conservatives.

 

Does Roberts believe the election was a rejection of conservatism?
No. He argues that similar midterm defeats have hit presidents of both parties and says the results should not be interpreted as a repudiation of conservatism or America First.

 

What does Roberts say conservatives should focus on now?
He highlights affordability, federal spending and deregulation while also emphasizing Heritage’s priorities involving socialism, China, and Islamification.

 

How can conservatives get involved before 2028?
Roberts recommends starting locally by attending school board or city council meetings, becoming involved in political organizing, or joining Heritage Action’s Sentinel program.

 

What is Heritage planning after the midterms?
Roberts says Heritage is convening conservative leaders to assess the movement’s direction, unite around major policy priorities, and begin preparing immediately for the next political battles.

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The Democrats have ridden a blue wave to victory in the 2026 midterms, but what does that mean for President Donald Trump and the future of America?

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With Election Day less than 24 hours away, control of the House and Senate hangs in the balance. Historical midterm patterns, polling accuracy and recent election results offer reasons to question expectations of a Democratic takeover. Several key Senate races, controversial candidates and last-minute developments could influence the outcome. The results will also determine how much of President Donald Trump's legislative agenda can move forward during the remainder of his term.



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Socialism is gaining ground on the American left, but what do voters actually think about it?

 

Emily Seidel, president and CEO of Americans for Prosperity and senior adviser to AFP Action, joins the Daily Signal’s Rob Bluey on this episode of “Midterm Report” to reveal what AFP has learned from conversations with roughly 10,000 Americans in competitive Senate states.

 

Seidel says 56% of those surveyed have an unfavorable opinion of socialism, while 59% see the Democratic Party as controlled by its extreme left wing. Yet Democrats have gained an advantage on an issue Republicans once dominated: the economy.

 

Seidel explains that apparent contradiction, why the cost of living remains voters’ overriding concern, and how the choice between what she describes as government control and economic freedom could shape the midterms. She also explains why AFP believes its grassroots outreach is dramatically increasing enthusiasm among Republican-base voters.

 

FAQ

 

What do voters think about socialism? Seidel says 56% of the roughly 10,000 people AFP spoke with have an unfavorable opinion of socialism.

 

How do voters view the Democratic Party? According to Seidel, 59% of those AFP spoke with see the Democratic Party as essentially controlled by its extreme left wing.

 

What issue is most important to voters? Seidel calls this a “cost of living election,” pointing specifically to concerns about housing, gasoline, and groceries.

 

Why does Seidel believe Republicans have an opening? She argues that candidates can contrast policies intended to address affordability with democratic socialist proposals, including rent control and government-run grocery stores and health care.

 

What is Americans for Prosperity hearing from voters on the ground? Seidel says AFP is having face-to-face conversations with tens of thousands of Americans each week and based its socialism findings on conversations with about 10,000 people in competitive Senate states.

 

LINKS

Americans for Prosperity

https://americansforprosperity.org/

 

AFP Action

https://afpaction.com/ 

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