Unexpected Wins: Democrats Gain Ground in 2025 Elections

Georgia: A Historic Win

• Public Service Commission: Democrats won two seats, a feat not seen since 2006.
• Key Factors: Voter dissatisfaction with rising energy costs and incumbent performance.

Pennsylvania: Sweeping Success

• State Supreme Court: Retained three judges and won two special elections.
• County Offices: Swept top positions in Bucks, Erie, Lehigh, and Northampton counties—critical areas in recent presidential elections.

Mississippi: Breaking the GOP Supermajority

• State Senate: Democrats ended the GOP supermajority.
• House Seat Gain: Won one additional seat after a federal court ordered redistricting due to discriminatory practices against Black voters.

Virginia & New Jersey: Expanding Control

• State Legislatures: Democrats secured supermajorities in both states.
• Local Wins: Flipped city council seats in Georgetown, SC, and Orlando, FL, and mayoral races in Connecticut.

Progressive Victories

• Democratic Socialists of America (DSA): Won municipal races in Detroit, Atlanta, and Cambridge, MA, showcasing broad Democratic success across ideologies.

National Trends

• Despite low approval ratings, Democrats consistently won elections.
• Key Issue: Voter dissatisfaction with President Trump's policies and Republican agenda, particularly on economic and affordability concerns.