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How Many States Will Flip in 2024’s Presidential Election?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | July 8, 2024 | 2

Each major party flipped states in just two of the last 14 cycles since 1968.

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Who Are the Democrats Calling for Biden to Step Aside?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | June 30, 2024 | 7

One CNN commentator’s math on debate night does not add up.

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How Often Do Minnesota Legislative Specials Determine Partisan Control of a Chamber?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | June 23, 2024 | 2

November’s SD 45 contest will be the fourth time since 1973 in which party control is on the line in a special state house or senate election.

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Multiple Records Set in Nevada’s US Senate Primary

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | June 16, 2024 | 1

Jacky Rosen gathers unprecedented support and Sam Brown wins against a record-tying field.

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How Many Low Water Marks Will West Virginia Democrats Reach in 2024?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | June 10, 2024 | 6

The 2020 cycle saw the party turn in century-plus worst showings for six statewide offices.

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Will the 119th Congress Shed Even More Split US Senate Delegations?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | June 3, 2024 | 6
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Come next January there could be a record low six or fewer states whose U.S. Senators do not share the same partisan affiliation.

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Will Joe Manchin Run for Governor Again?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | May 28, 2024 | 8

Only two ex-governors have attempted a comeback in state history.

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How Does Nikki Haley’s Nebraska Primary Showing Stack Up Against Her Predecessors?

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | May 21, 2024 | 0

Only three ex-presidential candidates over the last 68 years received more support in the state.

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Phil Scott Poised to Climb Gubernatorial Service List

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | May 14, 2024 | 3

The Vermont Republican would still trail two predecessors in lifetime gubernatorial service should he win and serve a fifth term.

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Indiana’s Republican Gubernatorial Primary at a Glance

By Dr. Eric Ostermeier | May 8, 2024 | 2

Mike Braun wins comfortably despite notching the second lowest support and fourth smallest victory margin in state party history.

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