Charlie discusses Tuesday’s results, a rough election for Republicans. He believes the party needs an honest look at what went wrong—and what must change.
He supports President Trump’s decision to confront Iran, but sees the war and the strain of higher gas prices as major factors in voters’ frustration. Texas offers another hard lesson: after a bruising Republican primary, Ken Paxton lost the Senate race to Democrat James Talarico. For Charlie, candidate quality matters, and the consequences of getting it wrong can last for years.
His prescription is straightforward: better candidates, a more compelling message about what Republicans will do, and strong campaigns built around real people and an active presence in their communities. The answer isn’t simply to criticize Democrats—it’s to give voters a reason to choose Republicans.
Even Charlie’s Eagles jersey offers little comfort this week, and Thursday’s sharp market decline adds to the somber mood. But he closes with resolve and a reminder that puts politics in perspective: God is sovereign. An election loss doesn’t change that—or the principles worth fighting for.