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Republican House Majority Lives to Fight Another Day

by Nathan L. Gonzales November 3, 2016 · 3:59 PM EDT

With just a few days before Election Day, there is almost no chance Republicans lose the House majority, and they may even keep their losses to a minimum.

Democrats were always expected to gain seats, considering Republicans hold their largest number of seats in over 80 years. But few GOP…

The Presidential Race Someone Has to Win

by Nathan L. Gonzales November 3, 2016 · 3:58 PM EDT

For all the partisanship and polarization in this country, the 2016 presidential race features Republican and Democratic nominees who appear determined to gift the presidency to the other party. 

Just when former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton looks like she’s about to open up an…

Gubernatorial Races Headed for Photo Finish

by Nathan L. Gonzales November 3, 2016 · 3:57 PM EDT

Unsurprisingly, there is late movement in a handful of gubernatorial races.

In Vermont, Democrats are banking on former Democrat Sue Minter being pulled across the finish line by the Democratic lean of the Green Mountain State, and we often put a heavy weight on fundamentals. But GOP Lt. Gov Phil…

Stakes Get Higher in Fight for the Senate

by Nathan L. Gonzales October 21, 2016 · 3:00 PM EDT

As the presidential race looks increasingly over, the fight for the Senate rages on. GOP candidates continue to weather the Donald Trump storm but there is only so much they can withstand. 

Hillary Clinton’s significant advantage over Trump is impacting Senate races in at least a couple of ways.…

Democrats Look to Expand Presidential Map

by Nathan L. Gonzales October 21, 2016 · 2:59 PM EDT

Three presidential debates are in the books, and the biggest surprise might be that Donald Trump participated in all of them. In spite of all the media attention, Wednesday’s debate probably didn’t change the fundamental dynamics of the race, and Hillary Clinton will likely maintain her solid…

Democrats Poised for House Gains, But Still Short of Majority

by Nathan L. Gonzales October 21, 2016 · 2:58 PM EDT

With a little more than two weeks before Election Day, Democrats are still waiting for the wave to develop that is probably required to retake the House majority. 

Donald Trump consistently gives Democrats fresh fodder for press releases and campaign ads, but the party has struggled to convince…