Bob Mulholland
The Strategist
The long view, patient, analytical, playing several moves ahead.
Bob Mulholland is a seasoned strategist within the Democratic Party, known for his incisive decision-making and focus on impactful communication. This interview highlights his ability to navigate complex political landscapes while advocating for a clear and aggressive campaign approach.
“Oh, Harris's speech on Thursday night. Yeah. Usually that's our biggest audience. It'll be her first Camel Harris' first conversation with millions of American voters. And I think most Americans who aren't hardcore left or hardcore right will find it, oh, she seems to be reasonable.”
“And what was strange about it is Bill Clinton is a very good politician. In fact, Tony Blair interviewed by The Times of London in 1997, the editor said, why do you like Bill Clinton so much? Tony said, well, he got himself re-elected. And that's the bottom line.”
“That was a simple one. She should have never hired Robbie Mook as the campaign manager. That guy, along with Jim Messina, comes up with a so-called software program that tells them everything they know, and the day after Labor Day, first Monday of September, Robbie Mook in 2016 stopped polling.”
“Yeah, as former Senator Rockefeller of West Virginia said, you know, when I was 18, my dad took me aside, and I think it was four kids. Son, you want a $218 million inheritance, or do you want to try to work for a living? And Jay Rockefeller, he'd always speak to us groups and he'd paused for 10 seconds. I'll take the inheritance, Dad.”
The Rest Is Politics: Leading — 92. DNC Special: The Attack Dog (Bob Mulholland)
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