Archive for 2026
A Brief Look at the Wisconsin Gubernatorial Primary
The eight-candidate Democratic field is second largest in state history and includes four of the 12 major party candidacies for the office by women.
Read MoreArizona’s Gubernatorial Primary by the Numbers
Andy Biggs sets a GOP record for a non-incumbent in his blowout victory.
Read MoreBrett Lindstrom and a Review of Nebraska Independent Gubernatorial Bids
Three independents have won double-digit support in elections for Nebraska governor since statehood.
Read MoreMike Rogers and a Review of Retread Michigan US Senate Candidates
Failed U.S. Senate hopefuls have subsequently run for the office 12 additional times during the primary era – losing all 12 bids.
Read MoreHickenlooper Stumbles Across the Finish Line
John Hickenlooper was renominated by Democrats in Colorado on Tuesday, but with what is currently the second lowest support across the 28 renomination attempts by U.S. Senators in the state over the last 110+ years. Hickenlooper received 53+ percent of the vote – less than eight points ahead of State Representative Julie Gonzales – with…
Read MoreColorado’s Gubernatorial Primary by the Numbers
The state’s GOP race is poised to result in the most closely decided primary for the office in state history.
Read MoreMaryland’s Gubernatorial Primary By the Numbers
Dan Cox wins the largest GOP gubernatorial primary in Maryland history to set up the fifth general election rematch during the direct primary era.
Read MoreRick Jackson and a Brief History of Georgia Gubernatorial Primary Runoffs
Second place primary finishers have won more than half of gubernatorial runoffs over the last 100+ years.
Read MoreLindsey Graham Notches Weakest GOP Primary Win By South Carolina US Senator
Graham has drawn 15 of the 20 primary challengers to Republican U.S. Senate incumbents in state history.
Read MoreCould Iowa Democrats Win 2026’s Gubernatorial and US Senate Races?
Iowa has had open seats for governor and the U.S. Senate in just two of the previous 30 cycles in which both offices have been on the ballot since 1914.
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