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The 2018 Midterms as the Buffet Election

When I was a kid in small-town Oregon, my family would occasionally go to King’s Table, and my sister and I would get free rein at the buffet. I became famous in my own family for my condiment salad — an impressive collection of bacon bits, croutons, shredded cheese, sunflower seeds and plenty of ranch […]

Goodbye Midterm Dynamic, Hello Presidential Politics

Midterm elections and presidential cycles have such different dynamics that the two should almost never be discussed together. That will not prevent people from doing so, but they should resist the temptation.  Midterms tend to be referendums on the incumbent president, while each presidential election is a choice between nominees. Of course, a presidential re-election […]

Five Thoughts After the Mississippi Senate Race

Even though it looks like California will be counting votes until Christmas, I’m ready to close the book on the 2018 midterm elections now that the Mississippi Senate race is over. Yes, I know there are runoffs in Georgia and Louisiana for state races, but the marquee matchups are complete. Here are some thoughts before […]

Mississippi Senate Special: Delta Delays

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2018 Midterms Review: Back to Normal

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It’s Not Too Early to Start Looking at the 2020 Senate Map

The races are still being finalized in the 2018 Senate elections, but we know the size of the incoming majority will be critical, because the 2020 Senate map offers limited initial takeover opportunities for both parties. Of course, it’s too early to tell what the presidential race will look like, how voters will feel about […]

Inside Elections on Election Night

The big day is finally here. Tonight, Leah will be behind-the-scenes at CBS on their Decision Desk. Nathan (who was on CNN bright and early this morning), will help kick off C-SPAN’s coverage at 8pm Eastern, will make some taped appearances on PBS Newshour, and will be a part of CBN’s live coverage until midnight. […]

A Few Moves on the Eve of the Election

On the eve of Election Day 2018, the battleground is largely set, but GOP prospects have dimmed in at least one suburban seat and couple Democratic longshots should be taken more seriously  The addition of Alaska’s At-Large District and South Carolina’s 1st District brings the total number of vulnerable Republican seats to 81 compared to […]

2018 Election Preview: Embrace the Uncertainty

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Gubernatorial Report Shorts (Nov. 1, 2018)

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