Can Democrats Avoid Their 10th Straight Loss in Arizona and Tennessee US Senate Races in 2018?
In the direct election era, parties in the midst of nine-election winning streaks have gone on to win a 10th consecutive contest in 42 of 47 attempts.
April 2018
Will Arizona’s 8th CD Special Election Provide a Rare April Upset?
Over the last 75+ years, April has hosted more special elections than any month outside of November; only six of the previous 44 specials flipped control of the seat.
How Big of a Footprint Will Sam McCann Leave in Illinois’ 2018 Gubernatorial Race?
Less than 1 in 10 third party or independent candidates for governor in Illinois history have won five percent of the vote.
Specials Are So Nice, They’ll Host Them Twice
Charlie Dent’s decision to resign prior to the end of this term means Pennsylvania will host a second special U.S. House election during the 115th…
Wisconsin Hosts Open Seat US House Election for Historic 5th Straight Cycle
Prior to this current streak, the state had not endured more than three consecutive cycles with an open seat during the primary era.
A Review of US House Speakers by State
The 54 speakers in U.S. history have come from less than two-dozen states, with speakers from five states collectively accounting for more than half the time in office.
Minnesota GOP Eyes Rare Gubernatorial Primary with 2 Former Nominees
Two former gubernatorial nominees are poised to square off in a primary for just the second time in Minnesota history.
With Dallet Victory Women Candidates Now Have 10-1 Record Against Men in Wisconsin Supreme Court Races
Women candidates for the court have won 15 of 19 elections overall, with three defeats coming against other women.
Can Republicans Pick Up Elizabeth Esty’s US House Seat?
Democrats are riding a 25-seat winning streak in Connecticut – the third best run for the party across the country over the last half-century.
David Shulkin and Trump’s Vanishing Cabinet
Shulkin logged the 2nd shortest stint heading the VA in department history; previous presidents had served with their original VA secretary 3.9 times longer than Trump/Shulkin.