[1][2] It is a continuation of the show Race for the White House, which was originally hosted by David Gregory and aired in the same time slot from March to November 2008.
The show had a rotating array of panelists, but Eugene Robinson, Michael Smerconish, Richard Wolffe, and Pat Buchanan had appeared on a frequent basis.
The show began airing on March 17, 2008, as Race for the White House with a focus on the 2008 Presidential election campaign.
[1] Race for the White House was simulcast on Air America Radio (whose regular 6 PM host, Rachel Maddow, is a panelist on the show).
Gregory, notable person and regular panelists discussed at MSNBC's outdoor studio at both convention sites.