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  <title>Bob Howard - Breakdown of Election 2025</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer sit down with political analyst Bob Howard to break down the results of the 2025 election and examine what went wrong for Republicans across Allegheny County. From turnout gaps to messaging missteps, they share lessons learned and chart a path forward for future victories.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>In the wake of a tough election night for Republicans across Allegheny County and Pennsylvania, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer sit down with political analyst and former North Allegheny School Board President Bob Howard for a candid conversation on the results, the messaging, and what the numbers are starting to reveal.
From low Republican turnout and partisan straight-ticket voting to the emotional power of the judicial retention fight, Bob shares valuable insights into what drove Democrats to the polls and why strong Republican candidates were drowned out by top-down narratives. They also take some time to reflect on the realities of campaigning in a progressive county, and the need to sharpen strategy for 2025 and beyond. With thoughtful analysis, lessons learned, and a look ahead to what’s next, this episode pulls back the curtain on Allegheny County politics - and why the GOP is far from out of the fight. Special Guest: Bob Howard.
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    <![CDATA[<p>In the wake of a tough election night for Republicans across Allegheny County and Pennsylvania, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer sit down with political analyst and former North Allegheny School Board President Bob Howard for a candid conversation on the results, the messaging, and what the numbers are starting to reveal.</p>

<p>From low Republican turnout and partisan straight-ticket voting to the emotional power of the judicial retention fight, Bob shares valuable insights into what drove Democrats to the polls and why strong Republican candidates were drowned out by top-down narratives. They also take some time to reflect on the realities of campaigning in a progressive county, and the need to sharpen strategy for 2025 and beyond. With thoughtful analysis, lessons learned, and a look ahead to what’s next, this episode pulls back the curtain on Allegheny County politics - and why the GOP is far from out of the fight.</p><p>Special Guest: Bob Howard.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://secure.winred.com/city-of-pittsburgh-republican-committee/donate-today">Support The Right Side of the Rivers</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In the wake of a tough election night for Republicans across Allegheny County and Pennsylvania, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer sit down with political analyst and former North Allegheny School Board President Bob Howard for a candid conversation on the results, the messaging, and what the numbers are starting to reveal.</p>

<p>From low Republican turnout and partisan straight-ticket voting to the emotional power of the judicial retention fight, Bob shares valuable insights into what drove Democrats to the polls and why strong Republican candidates were drowned out by top-down narratives. They also take some time to reflect on the realities of campaigning in a progressive county, and the need to sharpen strategy for 2025 and beyond. With thoughtful analysis, lessons learned, and a look ahead to what’s next, this episode pulls back the curtain on Allegheny County politics - and why the GOP is far from out of the fight.</p><p>Special Guest: Bob Howard.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://secure.winred.com/city-of-pittsburgh-republican-committee/donate-today">Support The Right Side of the Rivers</a></p>]]>
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