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5 min readThree Democratic Challengers Shine in Debate Performances
The MeidasTouch Podcast highlights a trio of Democratic congressional candidates who delivered standout debate performances in races that aren't getting national attention but could determine control of the House. The episode focuses on Kate Conley in New York's 17th district, Denise Powell in Nebraska's 2nd, and Janelle Stelson in Pennsylvania's 10th — each taking on entrenched Republican incumbents with pointed, policy-driven arguments about tariffs, healthcare cuts, and the cost of living.
Kate Conley vs. Mike Lawler: The Mansplaining Moment
The most viral-worthy exchange came when Army veteran and West Point graduate Kate Conley faced off against Republican Mike Lawler in New York's 17th Congressional District. During the debate, Lawler attempted to lecture Conley on domestic abuse and sexual assault. Conley's response was immediate and sharp: "I do not need you to mansplain to me what domestic abuse and sexual assault against women is and the appropriate response. Don't start. Sit over there."
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What you'll learn
- 1 (02:15) **Introduction: Three Democratic Debate Performances Worth Watching** - The host sets up the episode by highlighting debate performances from three Democratic congressional candidates that he believes are being overlooked.
- 2 (04:17) **Kate Conley vs. Mike Lawler: The Mansplaining Moment** - In the NY-17 debate, Kate Conley shuts down Mike Lawler for trying to explain domestic abuse and sexual assault to her.
- 3 (04:53) **Kate Conley: The Grocery Bill and Tariff Test** - Conley easily answers a question about her rising grocery costs, while Lawler dodges the specific number and pivots to attacking New York Democrats.
- 4 (06:45) **Conley’s Closing Arguments: Patriot vs. Puppet** - Conley frames the election as a choice between a patriot who puts country first and a puppet who sides with Donald Trump.
- 5 (10:18) **Nebraska’s Second District: Denise Powell Takes the Lead** - The host introduces Denise Powell, the Democratic candidate who is polling ahead of MAGA Republican Brinker Harding in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District.
- 6 (11:30) **Powell on the Crushing Impact of Trump Policies** - Powell argues that Harding is out of touch, as she hasn't met a single family who feels good about their economic situation under Trump.
- 7 (12:23) **Breaking News: The Climate and Fuel Crisis** - The host pivots to a breaking news segment about the Trump administration gutting fuel efficiency standards during a fuel crisis.
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Show Notes
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Democratic candidates going on offense and putting their Republican opponents on the defensive in key congressional debates. Meiselas highlights Cait Conley taking on Mike Lawler in New York’s 17th District, Denise Powell facing Brinker Harding in Nebraska’s 2nd District, and Janelle Stelson challenging Scott Perry in Pennsylvania’s 10th District, showcasing three Democratic women making their case in the fight for control of the House.
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