Hometown California is kicking off the 2020 Election season with Leah Askarinam, Hotline Editor-in-Chief of the National Journal in Washington D.C. in a three-part series focused on the November National Election.

In the first episode, our host, Paul A. Smith, speaks with Leah about the 2020 Race for the White House. Examining polling trends and the current national climate, Leah and Paul provide a state-by-state look at the Electoral College and discuss the likelihood of President Trump's ability to win the White House and whether President Trump could lose the popular vote and still win the presidency. As you listen in to this insightful conversation, grab a pen and paper if you want to keep up with the math of the election map. You can download a printable election map here. (Download episode)

Released today, the second episode in the series examines the battle for control of the United States Senate, with special focus on key races happening in California. (Download now)

Subscribe today on your favorite podcast service so you don’t miss the series conclusion when Leah and Paul discuss what’s in play for the House of Representatives.

For more about the National Journal, check it out on the web here: nationaljournal.com