A central figure representing populist disruption, portrayed as an ally and outsider who challenges the Washington establishment and connects with voters dissatisfied with the political status quo.

The ideological antagonist, representing the modern Democratic Party, critiqued for policies and leadership style that Kennedy argues are disconnected from mainstream American values.

A former Louisiana governor and Kennedy's mentor, depicted as a reformer who invited Kennedy into public service and represented an intellectual maverick class committed to good governance.

A legendary four-term Louisiana governor, depicted as the embodiment of the corrupt political establishment and representing the transactional politics Kennedy rejects.

A former Louisiana governor who initially opposes Kennedy but later appoints him as Secretary of the Department of Revenue, marking a pragmatic shift in their relationship.

The former Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan, portrayed as a symbol of dangerous populism and extremism, whom Kennedy refuses to legitimize in political discourse.