Hoagland on GOP Debate, Future of Republican Party

The transcript discusses the need for a forward-looking policy debate within the Republican Party, moving away from past election discussions. It highlights the political strategies of candidates like Ron DeSantis and Chris Christie, emphasizing the importance of policy over personality in political debates. The conversation also touches on the declining trust in government and the hope that serious policy discussions can help restore it. The absence of Donald Trump from the debate stage is seen as an opportunity for more substantive policy discussions.

In what ways does the speaker believe the Republican Party has changed over time?

What are the challenges mentioned regarding having a real debate on policy?