If GOP Rep. Ryan Costello thought he could win, it sure seems like he would have run again. But despite having nearly $1.4 million in campaign funds on Dec. 31, the 41-year-old congressman is not seeking re-election in the newly-drawn 6th District of Pennsylvania. His withdrawal takes a GOP seat…
We’re told it’s better to be lucky than good, but Democrat Jon Tester might be both. The Senator from Montana was elected and re-elected with less than a majority in two good Democratic cycles against flawed opponents. But he’s also cultivated a home-grown image that will make it difficult for…
It’s no secret that Republicans are headed for difficult midterm elections this fall, particularly in the House. It could be tough for GOP incumbents and candidates to generate enthusiasm among Donald Trump’s most loyal supporters when the President is not on the ballot. But the lack of competitive…
Primaries can be a painful winnowing process for political parties, but they help set the stage for significant general election races in the fall. And unlike Texas, Illinois doesn’t have a runoff provision, so we know the general election match-ups in key contests that will help decide the House…
Long-time Democratic Rep. Louise Slaughter died March 16, setting up a potential special election in New York’s 25th District.
The Rochester-based district is rated Solid Democratic, considering Hillary Clinton carried it by 16 points in 2016, while President Barack Obama did so by 19 points in…
Ohio’s 12th District Special Election - Rating: Likely Republican
Interview Date: Feb. 27, 2018
Date of Birth: April 28, 1968; Lansing, Mich.
Education: Air Force Academy (1990); UC San Diego (PhD in economics, 2001)
Elected Office: None; First run for office
Current Outlook: Kane is a…
Candidate for California’s 49th District - Rating: Toss-up
Interview Date: Feb. 7, 2018
Date of Birth: June 20, 1951; Billiot, Ill.
Education: Univ. of California-Irvine (1992)
Elected Office: State Board of Equalization, 4th District (2014-present); State Assembly (former 2008-14)
Current…
Idaho’s 1st - Rating: Solid Republican
Interview Date: Feb. 27, 2018
Date of Birth: March 9, 1962; Meridian, Idaho
Education: Boise State Univ. (Bachelor’s 1984, MBA 1988)
Elected Office: Iowa State Senate (first elected 2005)
Current Outlook: Fulcher switched from the gubernatorial race to…
Ohio’s 12th District Special Election - Rating: Likely Republican
Interview Date: March 5, 2018
Date of Birth: March 10, 1959; Louisa, Ky.
Education: Franklin Univ. (2000)
Elected Office: Franklin County Sheriff (appointed 2011, elected 2012)
Current Outlook: Scott is a credible contender for…
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