The Buckeye State is the site of one of 2022’s most anticipated reality shows. Five major Republicans are battling for the seat of retiring Sen. Rob Portman, a desirable nomination in a state trending red. In all likelihood, however, to win that prize they’ll have to first earn the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. This isn’t just a clever metaphor, either, … [Read more...] about The Crowded GOP Battle for Trump’s Support and the Ohio Senate Nomination
Trump, Abrams and Walker: Governor and Senate Races Take Shape In Newly Purple Georgia
In the last election cycle, Georgia was the Democratic Party’s crowning achievement. Not only did Joe Biden become the first Democrat to win the Peach State in the 21st century, but twin January Senate run-off victories gave the party their Senate majority. Now as Dems seek to protect those gains in the 2022 midterms, competitive contests for the Governorship and one of … [Read more...] about Trump, Abrams and Walker: Governor and Senate Races Take Shape In Newly Purple Georgia
Biden’s Supreme Court Appointment Will Present Peril and Opportunity for Senators
It’s happening again. Last week, Stephen Breyer became the fourth Supreme Court Justice to announce his retirement from the bench in the past five years. Suffice to say, it’s been a tumultuous time for the highest court in the land. As I’ve noted before, the nomination process is arguably the most high-profile stage for Senators, particularly those serving on the Judiciary … [Read more...] about Biden’s Supreme Court Appointment Will Present Peril and Opportunity for Senators
Candidates Scramble for Support in Wide-Open PA Senate Contest
Four months out, both party primaries in the Pennsylvania Senate race are wide open, and the election to replace retiring incumbent Pat Toomey is drawing eyeballs from across the nation. Republican Primary Dr. Mehmet Oz made a big splash when he jumped into the GOP pool last month, but there’s no indication yet that he’s lapping the competition. A few internal polls … [Read more...] about Candidates Scramble for Support in Wide-Open PA Senate Contest
How Joe Biden’s Approval Rating Compares to His Predecessors At The One-Year Mark
One year in, Joe Biden’s Presidency seems to have reached an inflection point. His primary legislative program is on the ropes and COVID refuses to fade away. Accordingly, a promising first six months devolved into a tough back half of 2021. Now, FiveThirtyEight has Biden’s average approval rating at just 41.8%. Just how bad a number is that? Well, luckily, … [Read more...] about How Joe Biden’s Approval Rating Compares to His Predecessors At The One-Year Mark