The night of Tuesday’s election was full of surprise. At the party, the state Senate leader looked upset after a big cake was only half eaten. He had spent $10 million on his race against Sheriff Sam Page, a well‑known local figure. Page had the support of people from Raleigh and even an en
A new plan from Senate leader Phil Berger could put a stop to the yearly reassessment of property taxes for one year, giving counties time to rethink how they set rates. Berger said the move would help keep costs predictable for homeowners and small businesses while local governments work on long‑te
Senator Dan Foreman faces a tough challenge from Rep. Lori McCann in the next primary. McCann has already proven she can win close contests, beating him by 200 votes in a three‑way race two years ago. In that same year, Foreman won by about 400 votes. The real test is the general election.
Primary elections are a big deal for democratic parties. They show that everyone's vote counts. But, the way these elections are run might not always be fair. Different methods can change who gets chosen. This piece looks at six different ways to count votes. It uses real data from a recent primary
The race for New Jersey's governor is heating up, with several candidates vying for the Democratic nomination. Rep. Mikie Sherrill is currently leading the pack, thanks to her strong fundraising and widespread endorsements from key county Democratic organizations. She has also invested heavily in te
Texas is gearing up for a heated Senate primary battle that could reshape the political landscape. At the heart of the storm is Senator John Cornyn, who has been a fixture in Texas politics for over two decades. Cornyn faces a tough challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Texas Rep. Wes
The Biden administration is grappling with the uncertain outcome of the 2024 presidential election, taking proactive steps to protect their legacy and insulate institutions from potential changes. One area of focus is the protection of science, which has been a subject of concern under previous admi
