Split Ticket Voting Is Not Dead

Contrary to popular opinion, split ticket voting is far from dead.  The news should hearten Republicans tenuously defending several state legislatures in blue (NY State Senate) or purple states (Colorado Senate), a slim Senate majority hinging on purple state Senators … Continue reading Split Ticket Voting Is Not Dead

Presidential Success Cannot Cover Up Democratic Down-Ballot Weaknesses

Hillary Clinton remains the favorite to win the White House (with polls anticipating a diverse electorate) and many Democrats are optimistic her candidacy will boost their chances down-ballot.  Specifically, the party hopes to take the Senate and several crucial governorships … Continue reading Presidential Success Cannot Cover Up Democratic Down-Ballot Weaknesses