Erick Erickson Show: S15 EP71: Hour 3 – The Laws of Raw Politics

In this episode of The Eric Erickson Show, Erickson delivers a sharp critique of current political dynamics, focusing on the 'laws of raw politics' and the growing risk to the Republican Party's Senate prospects. He argues that while Donald Trump maintains strong support among senior citizens—outperforming other 21st-century second-term presidents in that demographic—the GOP is jeopardizing its broader electoral chances due to poor candidate selection, particularly in high-stakes races like Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, and Ohio. Erickson warns that nominating scandal-plagued figures like Ken Paxton could lead to a 'phyric victory'—winning a state while losing the Senate—due to the massive fundraising required to defend corrupt candidates. He draws parallels to the Herschel Walker debacle, emphasizing how personal scandals and weak campaigns undermine conservative gains. Erickson also takes aim at progressive policies in New York City, particularly the new 'pied-à-terre tax' under Mayor Zoran Mamdani, which he calls economically unsound and psychopathic in its celebration of taxing the wealthy. He predicts that such policies will backfire, driving away billionaires and lowering property values, ultimately harming the city’s finances. The episode closes with a scathing critique of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services, calling him a 'creep' and a distraction, while promoting a product to eliminate unpleasant odors—highlighting the show’s blend of political commentary and sponsored content.