Most of Us Are in the Middle — So Why Are the Extremes Controlling the Conversation?

Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other

Not Right. Not Left. Not Crazy. Just Real Talk About Politics and People. 43% of Us Aren’t Partisan Left or Right. This Episode Is for You.

Reflecting on what it means to be politically independent in a time of increasing polarization. Drawing on personal stories and hot-button issues like Israel/Palestine, redistricting, and public safety, host Corey Nathan makes a compelling case for the 43% of Americans who don’t fully align with the far right or progressive left—and offers guidance on how we can still talk to each other with grace and clarity.

What Is Discussed:

• The 3 main categories of political identity in America

• Why a plurality of us fall into a misunderstood, complex “middle”

• How to approach political conversations without labeling

• What really motivates voters—and why economic messaging matters

• Practical ways to connect across divides without compromising your values

Episode Highlights:

• [00:02:00] Defining the “three buckets”: partisan right, left, and the independent middle

• [00:06:30] Mislabeling in political debates – a story about Israel and being misunderstood

• [00:12:00] How to hold multiple truths in the Israel/Palestine conflict

• [00:15:00] On crime, Trump, and false binaries

• [00:19:30] Redistricting in Texas—and why legal doesn’t mean ethical

• [00:23:00] Why cost of living, not slogans, will decide 2026 & 2028 elections

• [00:27:00] Do’s & don’ts for meaningful political conversations

• [00:33:00] Learning from mistakes and leading with respect

Featured Quotes:
🗣️ “Go in with the goal of connecting, not convincing.” – Corey Nathan
🗣️ “The world is not black and white. The world is not Democrat or Republican.” – Corey Nathan
🗣️ “Just because we don't agree with your particular orthodoxy doesn't mean we're part of the other side.” – Corey Nathan

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