Redistricting in America, Part Two: The Dark Red Greater South

Key Points• Republicans dominate redistricting in a number of small-to-medium-sized states in the Deep South and Greater Appalachia.• The GOP also already holds the lion’s share of seats in these states, but they may be able to squeeze a bit more out of them.• Democrats are hoping the courts could […] Read more »

Biden’s the Top Democrat in Washington, but Fewer Than 1 in 5 Voters Say He Best Represents His Party

President Joe Biden is fairly popular with voters, who have thus far given him positive marks for his handling of key issues such as the economy and the pandemic, even as Republicans try to tarnish his reputation ahead of next year’s midterm elections. But six months into his presidency – […] Read more »

Rising Violent Crime Is Likely To Present A Political Challenge For Democrats In 2022

Violent crime is on the rise in urban areas across the country. … Republicans are already going after Democrats with a three-pronged strategy that includes attacks on crime; the economy, particularly rising inflation and labor shortages; and border security. In response, Democratic strategists believe Democratic candidates and the White House […] Read more »

Last Best Chance at Bipartisanship

No matter what happens with the bipartisan infrastructure bill, it’s pretty clear that this is the last chance for any significant and meaningful bipartisan legislation for the foreseeable future. And, that’s not just because control of the Senate is on the line in 2022. Two of the three Republicans most […] Read more »