New book makes the case for how Democrats can build a lasting supermajority in Congress

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New book makes the case for how Democrats can build a lasting supermajority in Congress. (2026, September 18). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/new-book-democrats-build-lasting-supermajority-congress/

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Adam Jentleson, a Democratic Party insider, has written a new book titled "Supermajority: How Democrats Can Build Lasting Power," which argues that Democrats need to learn from historical strategies to achieve and maintain a supermajority in Congress. In an interview on "The Takeout," Jentleson discusses how having more than just a narrow majority is crucial for effective governance by his party.

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Adam Jentleson, a Democratic Party insider, has written a new book titled "Supermajority: How Democrats Can Build Lasting Power". In his work, Jentleson argues that the Democratic Party must learn from historical strategies to gain more congressional seats and achieve a lasting supermajority in Congress. He contends that operating with just a narrow majority makes it difficult for either party to effectively govern on Capitol Hill.

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Democratic Party insider Adam Jentleson argues in his new book "Supermajority: How Democrats Can Build Lasting Power" that his party needs to draw from the past to get more congressional seats.

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2026-09-19 · CBS News

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New book makes the case for how Democrats can build a lasting supermajority in Congress It's hard for either party on Capitol Hill to function with a narrow majority. asserted

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Democratic Party insider Adam Jentleson argues in his new book "Supermajority: How Democrats Can Build Lasting Power" that his party needs to draw from the past to get more congressional seats. asserted

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Jentleson joins "The Takeout" to discuss. asserted

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