Recent Elections & Politics Posts
An Early Look at the 2024 North Carolina Governor’s Race
Brief #113 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Ian Milden
North Carolina has had competitive statewide races in recent years. While Republicans have won more consistently in federal races, Democrats have managed to win some of the statewide offices, such as the Governor’s office, on a consistent basis.
Redistricting and Gerrymandering Effects
Brief #112 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Inijah Quadri
The impact is profound: elections become less competitive, voter disillusionment rises, and elected officials face less accountability.
Republicans Bash Republicans
Brief #111 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by William Bourque
The GOP can’t seem to keep members in line or maintain a united front on anything, which makes it hard to imagine they have any chance of keeping the House or flipping the Senate. As always, we expect the presidency to be close…even if Trump runs from behind bars.
Be on the Lookout: Politicians Never Stop Campaigning
Brief #110 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Steve Piazza
During the most recent Republican Presidential Debate, candidates made a hard sale expressing their unconditional support of Israel in its conflict with Hamas.
Examining Competitive House Races in the Midwest
Brief #109 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Ian Milden
There are a handful of seats in this region that Democrats can target, but the Democratic Party will need to make significant efforts to recruit the right candidates and support their campaigns.
What to expect from Speaker Johnson
Brief #108 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by William Borque
The fourth-term Congressman out of Western Louisiana was not on many Bingo cards as the next speaker of the house…but here we are.
A Closer Look at Trump’s Criminal Defense
Brief #105 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
Former President Donald Trump faces federal charges for tampering with the 2020 election.
Examining Competitive US House Races in the South
Brief #107 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Ian Milden
The South has largely not been friendly to Democrats in recent election cycles due to Republicans’ control of the redistricting process and increasing hostility to the Democratic Party…
A Look at the Racketeering Case Against Trump in Georgia
Brief #106 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
In the state of Georgia, Trump is currently out on a $200,000 bond for 13 felony indictments.