elections

Articles about elections

GOP Now Seen Winning 9 Democratic Statehouses

February 4, 2010

The political climate is so bad that even Maryland might elect a Republican governor.

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

Nation's First Primary Sets Stage for Illinois Showdown

February 2, 2010

The first primary of 2010 will determine which Democrats will run for governor and the U.S. Senate.

Nation & World - Politics

Illinois Primary Elections Will Help Define the Change Voters Want

February 1, 2010

A sign of change to come.

Opinion - Peter Roff

GOP to Launch 'Commitment to America' for 2010 Election

February 1, 2010

Those involved say it’s not just a warmed over version of the 1994 ‘Contract With America.’

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

Democrats Struggle to Move Forward on Healthcare

January 28, 2010

Pelosi promised to pass ‘something’ and Obama urged Democrats to press on.

Nation & World

Independents Who Powered Scott Brown May Quickly Turn on Him

January 20, 2010

Ultimately, the new Massachusetts senator will face the same difficulties as Obama.

Opinion - John A. Farrell

Why the 2010 Congressional Elections Won't Repeat 1994

December 30, 2009

The Democrats can still hold their majority.

Opinion

McCain Is in Re-election Battle to Win

December 1, 2009

Aides say McCain isn't going to drop out of his race.

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

5 Reasons for Democrats to Give Thanks

November 25, 2009

Michael Steele and healthcare reform top the list.

Opinion - Julia Piscitelli

Five Lessons From the 2009 Elections

November 16, 2009

The lessons the two parties draw from the 2009 elections are instructive.

Opinion - Peter Roff

Gridlock and Indecision Spur Polling Shift from Obama to Republicans

November 12, 2009

More independents are showing preference for the generic Republican candidate.

Opinion - Peter Roff

Giddy Republicans Foresee Bigger House Gains in 2010 Than in 1994

November 11, 2009

New Gallup Poll shows first GOP advantage in 2010 election, especially among independent voters.

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

Democrats and Republicans Grapple With the Voters’ Message

November 11, 2009

The parties parse a split decision at the ballot box.

Nation & World - Politics

10 Things You Didn't Know About Election Day

November 3, 2009

Elections are historically held in November because of the country's agrarian roots.

Nation & World - Politics

Candidates Claim Victory in Afghan Presidential Contest

August 24, 2009

Despite U.S. military reports of deteriorating conditions, citizens headed to the polls.

Nation & World - World

Nate Silver Sees Major Gains for GOP in 2010

August 13, 2009

Political turmoil now favors Republicans in 2010 midterms, he says.

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

Obama's Iran Election Ineptitude Worsens Nuclear Threat

June 19, 2009

While the president fiddles, the ayatollah burns the midnight oil on nukes.

Opinion

Watch Out for Twitter Hype in the Iran Elections

June 17, 2009

The revolution may be Twitterized, but it's not clear that's a good thing.

Opinion - Robert Schlesinger

Franken Finally Nearing Victory Over Coleman in Minnesota Senate Race

June 16, 2009

Word is that state Supreme Court Minnesota will back the Democrat, and then the musical chairs begin.

Opinion - John W. Mashek

Does Obama Secretly Want Ahmadinejad to Beat Mousavi?

June 16, 2009

A moderate leader in Iran would hurt the U.S.'s case against the country's nuclear program, some say.

Opinion

Iran Election Protests and Riots a Test for Obama

June 15, 2009

The disputed re-election of Ahmadinejad appears to have undermined Obama's argument for diplomacy.

Nation & World - President Obama

Whether or Not Ahmadinejad Weathers the Iran Election Probe, Khamenei Is Still in Charge

June 15, 2009

It's nice that they have to go through the motions, but the mullahs remain in charge.

Opinion - Robert Schlesinger

Iran Election Is Obama's First Foreign Policy Test—And He's Failing

June 15, 2009

So far, not so good.

Opinion - Peter Roff

Iranians Flock to Polls in Presidential Election

June 12, 2009

Observers expect record turnout in the election to choose between Ahmadinejad and three rivals.

Nation & World - World

MoveOn.org to Specter: Be a Democrat or Be Gone in a Primary

May 8, 2009

Seniority? No Primary? Not so much.

Opinion - Robert Schlesinger

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