California's unique "top-two" primary system for congressional elections sets it apart from most states. In this system, all candidates compete in a single primary, regardless of party affiliation, with the two highest vote-getters advancing to the general election. This approach contrasts with the more common practice of holding separate Democratic and Republican primaries, … [Read more...] about California’s Congressional Dead Heat: Potential Recount Looms in Unprecedented Tie
Here’s Why Nevada Is Having Both a GOP Presidential Primary and Caucus This Week
Caucuses have been falling out of fashion nationwide, as they are time-consuming, result in lower turnout, and are difficult for state parties to run. Democrats controlling the Nevada State Legislature passed a 2021 law mandating the state to hold a primary election for the Presidency, prompting the creation of a Republican primary for the crowded 2024 presidential race. … [Read more...] about Here’s Why Nevada Is Having Both a GOP Presidential Primary and Caucus This Week
How Democrat Andy Beshear Won Re-Election in Deep Red Kentucky
Amid a climate of deepening divisions and staunch partisanship, Governor Andy Beshear's re-election as a Democrat in Kentucky strikingly defies the prevailing political currents. Prediction markets and polling throughout the year favored Beshear over Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron, so it would be inaccurate to call the result an upset. But as the results came in on … [Read more...] about How Democrat Andy Beshear Won Re-Election in Deep Red Kentucky
2024 Republican Primary Polling Update: Trump with Firm Grasp on Field Ahead of First Debate
The GOP Presidential Primary season is heating up, with the Iowa Caucuses just over four months away. In the aftermath of the inaugural debate, candidates will set their sights on steering their campaigns in a positive direction, with the goal of making gains in subsequent polling. Several compelling storylines have taken center stage in the weeks preceding the inaugural … [Read more...] about 2024 Republican Primary Polling Update: Trump with Firm Grasp on Field Ahead of First Debate
Why Ohio’s Issue 1 Special Election is Taking Center Stage this August
Ohio is preparing for a Special Election on August 8th, a stage for the heavily publicized and costly battle around Issue 1. Backed by the Ohio state GOP, a YES vote on Issue 1 would increase the difficulty for Ohio voters to pass constitutional amendments through ballot questions, requiring 60% of voters to affirm a new constitutional amendment, an increase from the current … [Read more...] about Why Ohio’s Issue 1 Special Election is Taking Center Stage this August