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John Sununu and a History of US Senators Serving Interrupted Terms
Sununu’s 18-year gap in service would be the longest in the chamber since the early 1900s.
Read MoreHow Unusual Is Joni Ernst’s Exit?
More than seven in eight women to win election to the U.S. Senate serving in their first or second terms sought to retain their seat.
Read More18 States in the Midst of Record GOP or Democratic Gubernatorial Winning Streaks
Seven more states could be added to this list in 2026.
Read More27 States in the Midst of Record GOP or Democratic US Senate Winning Streaks
Six of the Top 10 longest Republican Party records are currently active across three regions of the country.
Read MoreThe Rise of Single-Party US House Delegations
The number of states (and respective U.S. House seats) with single-party delegations is at its highest level since the mid-1960s.
Read MoreHow Does South Carolina’s Competitive 2026 GOP Gubernatorial Field Rank in Party History?
The 2026 showdown is poised for the fifth Republican primary runoff for the office in South Carolina.
Read MoreA History of Open Wisconsin Gubernatorial Seats
Wisconsin’s chief executive has not run for reelection in just eight of the previous 44 cycles during the primary era.
Read MoreA Review of North Carolina Governors Running for US Senate
Only one sitting or former Tar Heel State governor has been elected to the U.S. Senate during the last 70 years.
Read MoreA Brief History of Minnesota Politics and Basketball
Basketball players, owners, broadcasters, coaches, and referees all have made bids for state or federal office from the Gopher State.
Read MoreWill Nebraska Democrats Make History in 2026?
No state has gone back-to-back cycles without a Democratic candidate on a U.S. Senate ballot.
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