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
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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
“The Long Red Thread: How Democratic dominance gave way to Republican advantage in U.S. House elections.” With Author Kyle Kondik
For the Decision Desk HQ newsletter Derek Willis spoke with Kyle Kondik, author of "The Long Red Thread: How Democratic dominance gave way to Republican advantage in U.S. House elections." Below are some excerpts from our conversation that didn’t make it into the newsletter, and you can hear our full conversation here. Q: In the unlikely event that there was a presidential … [Read more...] about “The Long Red Thread: How Democratic dominance gave way to Republican advantage in U.S. House elections.” With Author Kyle Kondik
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
Presidents and Thanksgiving: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Proclamations, Date Changes and Turkey Pardons
Welcome to your one-stop shop for all your questions about Thanksgiving. Well, not including any questions about food. Or questions about the first Thanksgiving. Really, it’s more a run-down of how the U.S. Presidents have shaped the Thanksgiving holiday. Let’s dive in, shall we? Jefferson vs Lincoln: How the Holiday Was Born It all began on September 25, 1789, when … [Read more...] about Presidents and Thanksgiving: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Proclamations, Date Changes and Turkey Pardons