A new year brings a new primary election calendar. To celebrate 2022, we’re presenting a full schedule of this year’s primary election dates. For each date, there’s a preview of some of the more competitive primaries we’re expecting. If you have any suggestions for contests we missed, feel free to let us know. We hope you’ll come back to this list, over and over, as the year … [Read more...] about 2022 Primaries Schedule: When the Year’s Fiercest Intra-Party Battles Will Take Place
The Ten Politicians Who Had the Best and Worst 2021
I know what you’re thinking. A barely disguised winners and losers piece, mixed with a top ten list, what kind of SEO-friendly click-bait is this? Well, first let me point out that the end of the year presents a valuable opportunity to take a long view of American politics. Second, you’re getting a new column despite it being the week of Christmas, so in the words of West … [Read more...] about The Ten Politicians Who Had the Best and Worst 2021
Governor Kathy Hochul Suddenly Heavy Favorite in Chaotic New York Gubernatorial Dem Primary
Only a year ago, the New York Gubernatorial Democratic primary was set to be one of the most anti-climatic contests of 2022, with Andrew Cuomo on track to cruise to re-nomination. Just a week ago, that same primary was set to be one of the most competitive races of 2022, as Kathy Hochul and Letita James were preparing for a marquee head-to-head fight. As I noted last week, … [Read more...] about Governor Kathy Hochul Suddenly Heavy Favorite in Chaotic New York Gubernatorial Dem Primary
Dr. Oz May Be In, But PA’s 2022 GOP Senate Primary is Far From Settled
What a month it’s been in the Republican primary for the 2022 Pennsylvania Senate race. The front-runner is gone, a daytime TV star is in, and even more candidates loom on the horizon. The already fluid contest was sent into further turmoil when Sean Parnell, the man leading the polls for the GOP nomination, was forced to suspend his campaign. Parnell was suddenly embroiled … [Read more...] about Dr. Oz May Be In, But PA’s 2022 GOP Senate Primary is Far From Settled
Andre Dickens Scores Upset Victory In Atlanta Mayoral Run-Off
Less than two months ago, City Councilman Andre Dickens was stuck in a distant third place. On Tuesday night, he won the right to become Atlanta’s 61st Mayor. With 100% of precincts in, Andre Dickens secured 50,071 votes (64%) against City Council President Felicia Moore’s 28,572 votes (36%). As I pointed out last month, Dickens wasn’t even expected to make the … [Read more...] about Andre Dickens Scores Upset Victory In Atlanta Mayoral Run-Off