# 2018 Midterms on The No Agenda Show 2018 Midterms comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2017 to July 2018. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** May 2017 – July 2018 - **Related topics:** [Democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Political Strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md), [Anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anxiety.md), [Bump Stocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bump-stocks.md), [Democratic Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md), [Election Legitimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-legitimacy.md), [Gdp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gdp.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### GDP Growth, Economic Numbers and Election Strategy - **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-29 - **Time:** 48:29–51:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/gdp-growth-economic-numbers-and-election-strategy.md Anticipation builds for new GDP growth numbers, which are expected to be significantly higher than the Obama-era average. A theory is presented that the threat of tariffs has caused a temporary spike in economic activity as businesses rush to manufacture and import goods in advance. This economic "jack-up" is viewed as a strategic move ahead of the 2018 midterm elections. Keywords: [gdp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gdp.md), gnp, [larry kudlow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-kudlow.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [inventory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inventory.md), [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md) ### Gun Show Loophole Myths, DIY Firearms, and the 2018 Blue Wave - **Episode:** [1019: #deletethebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-25 - **Time:** 51:09–54:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/gun-show-loophole-myths-diy-firearms-and-the-2018-blue-wave.md The "gun show loophole" is characterized as a persistent media myth, as commercial internet sales still require licensed dealer transfers. The discussion shifts to the 2018 midterm elections, predicting a "blue wave" for Democrats due to typical off-year complacency rather than the impact of student protests. Notably, the March for Our Lives featured very little direct "Trump hate," focusing instead on legislative change and voter turnout. Keywords: gun show loophole, [glock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glock.md), [ghost guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghost-guns.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md) ### Second Amendment Repeal and Political Sincerity - **Episode:** [1010: Spin the Bottle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-22 - **Time:** 30:34–33:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle/chapter/second-amendment-repeal-and-political-sincerity.md Politicians discussing gun control are accused of insincerity unless they explicitly advocate for the repeal of the Second Amendment. Current debates regarding bump stocks and mental health databases are viewed as political maneuvers to stir voter turnout for the 2018 elections. The exploitation of student survivors for political gain is criticized as a distraction from the constitutional process required for real change. Keywords: [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [bump stocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bump-stocks.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md) ### Hillary Clinton, Stephen Colbert Interview, 2018 Election Legitimacy - **Episode:** [966: Master Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-21 - **Time:** 2:14–4:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo/chapter/hillary-clinton-stephen-colbert-interview-2018-election-legitimacy.md Hillary Clinton discusses the lack of a constitutional mechanism to contest the 2016 election during an interview with Stephen Colbert. She emphasizes that the legitimacy of the presidency is rooted in ongoing investigations into Russian coordination. Clinton urges voters to mobilize for the 2018 midterm elections to express rejection of foreign interference. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md), 2018 midterm elections, [election legitimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-legitimacy.md), russian involvement, [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md) ### Democratic Strategy, 2018 Midterm Elections - **Episode:** [937: Stump the Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-11 - **Time:** 1:08:34–1:13:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo/chapter/democratic-strategy-2018-midterm-elections.md The hosts argue that the Democratic Party is attempting to sustain the Russia narrative until the 2018 midterm elections to influence the court of public opinion. Nancy Pelosi's comments regarding "abuse of power" and "impeachment" are seen as part of a long-term strategy to regain the House of representatives. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md), [public opinion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-opinion.md), [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md) ### Professor Stephen Cohen, Democratic Party Resistance Strategy - **Episode:** [931: Putin's Playbook](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/931-putin-s-playbook.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-21 - **Time:** 6:51–10:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/931-putin-s-playbook/chapter/professor-stephen-cohen-democratic-party-resistance-strategy.md Professor Stephen Cohen appeared on RT to discuss the Democratic Party's strategy leading into the 2018 congressional elections. Cohen claims that the Hillary Clinton wing of the party intends to maintain the Trump-Russia narrative as a primary campaign issue. He suggests the strategy aims to frame the 2016 loss as a result of Russian interference rather than campaign failures. Keywords: [stephen cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-cohen.md), [the nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-nation.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), russia story ### 2018 Midterm Strategy, Democratic Party Memes - **Episode:** [927: Meme Fumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/927-meme-fumes.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-07 - **Time:** 1:12:15–1:15:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/927-meme-fumes/chapter/2018-midterm-strategy-democratic-party-memes.md The current wave of healthcare-related outrage is identified as a coordinated scheme to elect Democrats in the 2018 midterm elections. Critics argue that wealthy "limousine Democrats" and media elites are fueling public anxiety and negative thinking to gain political leverage. The segment concludes that the "naked cruelty" narrative is a political tool rather than a reflection of legislative reality. Keywords: [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), media complicity, [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md), [anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anxiety.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)