Hal Malchow

Political consultant. Led the adoption of advanced targeting techniques in campaigns. Analyst Institute founder. Political consultants Hall of Fame.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Hal Malchow, data-minded Democratic strategist, died at 72.
The influential campaign consultant had Alzheimer's disease and traveled to Switzerland for a physician-assisted death 21 March, 2024.
This account is monitored by Anne Marsh.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

What is wrong with Democrats. Here we are in a debt ceiling struggle. Two points. First, if the issue is debt, we can reduce the debt by raising taxes on the highest income Americans. Polls show 70% support raising taxes on $400K+ income Americans.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Heartland politics podcast about how Democrats need to change their strategy. https://t.co/0rb1xyFeKf

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

So Democrats can't figure out a tax strategy. Why not tax pharmas based upon how the prices they charge exceed the average they charge worldwide. Anyone voting against faces voter backlash. Can't let Medicare negotiate? Go straight for the $!

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

So the Trump White House directly collaborated in planning January 6th, attempting to overturn the election that 70% believe fairly decided. Not every voter reads the NYT. How about some ads to make them accountable?

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

@shardsofmeaning @fieldteam_6 @MediaActSquad Thanks, Al. Change is hard. I appreciate your support.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Democrats are mired in conflict. Simena is opposing tax increases. Why not separate the tax piece. 71% of Americans support new taxes on the top 2%. Make her vote up or down. If she votes down, she will probably lose a primary.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

@low_tex If a voter casts one vote for second party she is a ticket splitter. If she votes a straight party ticket, could she become a swing voter ? The point is that it is not happening much. If 90% of voters are choosing parties instead of candidates we should be comparing parties.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

My new interview in Salon. Democrats have to change the way we campaign. Voters are choosing parties. Democrats are advertising candidates. Republicans are providing us huge opportunities and we are waiting until next year to take advantage. No wonder we lose elections.

[Salon @Salon]

Consultant Hal Malchow: Dems can still win, but they're "spectators in a world of opportunity" https://t.co/e7I3KPPOJI

[dr who? @ALLinONEboat]

@harrisonjaime @FrankforTexas @texasdemocrats Great news. Progress!

Jaime- When are @TheDemocrats gonna recruit and start fighting the @gop #InformationWar & also start listening &funding the ideas of LEGENDARY @halmalchow STRATEGY: more long term persuasion campaigning;
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Cc: @MediaActSquad

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

The consequences of government default are catastrophic. Yet every Republican voted for exactly that. Why are Democrats not buying ads to inform voters? Opportunities lost.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Thanks for supporting the changes we need to succeed.

[Opinion Today @OpinionToday]

Why spend ad dollars to distinguish candidates? Convincing a voter to cast a ballot for a candidate is a one-time decision affecting one election contest in one year. Getting a voter to move party allegiance might be 100 times more valuable. (@halmalchow) https://t.co/l5K4qd5oZd

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Thanks for the great boost @ALLinOneBoat!

[dr who? @ALLinONEboat]

Great Q. Definite MUST do is stop listening to consultants who got us into this mess by missing the #InformationWar &start listening &funding the ideas of LEGENDARY @halmalchow STRATEGY- more long term persuasion campaigning;
@harrisonjaime &co. MUST activate 🇺🇸
@MediaActSquad

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

The reckless behavior of Republicans in congress opposing raising the debt ceiling is an egregious act with grave consequences for our nation. Why are we no buying ads explaining the consequences of their behavior? It is about party not candidates.

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

My ideas about changing our Democratic strategy are breaking through. See my op ed in The Hill. https://t.co/upDNeaggIm

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

@TheMattErickson It is working for me. https://t.co/r6f5xavzdL

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

@TheMattErickson try this. It is working for me. https://t.co/r6f5xavzdL

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

To understand the change we need, please read this article https://t.co/BR7Ukiebpy 6/6

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

70% of American voters think that the 2020 elections were fairly decided. But 80% of House Republicans voted to overturn the election. How many voters know? We can win elections by shining a light on Republican extremism. 1/6

[Hal Malchow @halmalchow]

Large majorities of Americans support raising the minimum wage and some form of student debt relief. Republicans are sure to oppose both. 5/6