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Jan 2025
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It's a Numbers Game Podcast: The Rise of...

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In this episode, Ryan and Patrick Ruffini discuss the evolving dynamics of American politics, particularly focusing on the rise of Donald Trump's multiracial coalition and the shifting voting patterns among minority groups. 
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