Shannon Fleck

“because we are so intimately familiar with the other option”

Shannon Fleck · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19

Fleck said Democratic candidates in red states have an advantage because they are intimately familiar with the conservative option.

“This is going to move the needle even more in red states because, in our homes, faith has been a part of our ecosystem for forever, but it’s also been manipulated by our leaders for forever,”

Shannon Fleck · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19

Fleck argues that faith-inspired Democratic candidates can appeal to voters in red states who are familiar with conservative religious messaging.

“more opportunities for turnover”

Shannon Fleck · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19

Fleck added that faith-inspired Democratic candidates have more opportunities for turnover in right-leaning states.