Early voting starts Thursday. Who’s voting? What’s working (and not)? Senate and IL09 lead the chatter. And Ron gets ran up on at Church.

Perfunctory Podcast Episode 005: Ron Holmes

Introduction and Setting the Stage

What do you think about the first voter on February 5th, which is in two days? Are they a motivated Democratic voter right now? Are they a traditional Democratic voter?

Election Uncertainties: Voter Turnout and Motivations

Negative Campaigning and Candidate Differentiation

Strategic Positioning in Political Races

Surprising Aspects of Local Races and Economic Pressures

Are you anticipating a really big Democratic midterm year?

Political Advertising: Creativity and Effectiveness

Democratic Expectations and Midterm Challenges

Legislative Predictions and Economic Uncertainty

Career Updates and Humorous Anecdotes

Have All Voted Who Wish with Mike Zalewski is the the Perfunctory Podcast featuring insights from and interviews with some of the keenest political minds in Illinois.