Mike Murphy
The Strategist
The long view, patient, analytical, playing several moves ahead.
Mike Murphy is a seasoned political consultant known for his strategic insights into electoral dynamics. This interview reveals his ability to analyze and adapt to changing political environments while maintaining a focus on effective campaign strategies.
“Yeah. Oh, totally. Everybody forgets the early reviews are always terrible. That's so stupid. Washington experts, we're always wrong, by the way. You can just always hedge against that. But it was the theory was one, let McCain be McCain. He was very gregarious. He was very well informed. He was happy talking to the media.”
“Yeah. In an axe fight, I'm betting on McCain. But yeah, he's got a real race. Other people do. But, you know, some of our folks in Blue States are going to have that trouble at the top of the ticket are good candidates. Kelly Ayott in New Hampshire, Toomey is a very good candidate and is working like Helen, Pennsylvania.”
“So it could be a perfect storm when an unelectable Republican could somehow win. I mean, Hillary's going to have to build a third wing of the White House just for the ethical blind spot, which in my view is about as big as a semi. That'll be an issue. But the demography that wind behind her is so strong.”
“Well, we knew they were wrong, but that's not something you advertise. I mean, it's interesting. Jeb's son, Sally Bradshaw, dear old friend of mine, it was Jeb's chief of staff and campaign manager. We all had dinner while he was thinking about running. And when his thinking about running decision was never very political.”
The Axe Files with David Axelrod — Ep. 44 - Mike Murphy
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