THE THINK TANK

Think Tank explores: What really happened in this year’s election?

Dec 7, 2018, 3:00 PM

What really happened in this year’s midterm election?

Think Tank will explore that in this week’s episode.

Paul Bentz is VP and Research and Strategy for director for Highground.

Tom Ryan is a politically active attorney.

Each has a unique perspective on the recent election. Host Mike O’Neil will ask each to assess:

• Was there a Democratic wave this year? Or just a return to normal?

• Is Arizona now a “purple” state? Or was Democratic success in Arizona a one-off?

• What were the factors that influenced voters in this election cycle? Are they likely to persist in future elections? What are the indicators?

This week’s Think Tank takes on these and other questions, dividing our time about equally between discussing national and Arizona trends.

The Think Tank airs on KTAR News 92.3 FM on Sunday at 1-2 p.m. and repeats at 9-10 p.m.

Podcasts are available after each show is broadcast.

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