Just How Unusual Were These Midterms?There are some parallels with 1962, 1998, and a few other years. But the more you look at it, the more 2022 could be unique.
The Final 2022 Midterms Polling ForecastAs Election Day arrives, polls show a lot of close races. While there’s talk of a Republican wave, there’s also potential for big Democratic wins.
Is the GOP’s Midterms Comeback Real or Just Hype?Maybe polls showing an intensifying red wave are outliers and talk of Republican upsets is spin. But the atmosphere still isn’t great for Democrats.
ByEd Kilgore
2022 midterms
6 Suspenseful Factors Clouding the MidtermsFrom early-voting patterns to contested elections and possible Georgia runoffs, a lot of wild stuff could happen that we can’t totally anticipate.
It’s Willie Horton Season in the MidtermsRon Johnson and Mehmet Oz have clawed their ways back in the polls by blaming Democrats for violent crime and blowing racist dog whistles.
Where Will the Midterms Go From Here?Traditionally, Labor Day is when elections really kick into gear. Democrats are in a surprisingly good place, but they could still use some breaks.
ByEd Kilgore
2022 midterms
What If Democrats Actually Won the Midterms?If Democrats control both houses of Congress in 2023, including enough senators to kill the filibuster, they better get as much done as possible.
2022 Midterms: A Guide to the Races Worth WatchingA cheat sheet to keep track of all the crucial races, primary upsets, and campaign drama — Trump-fueled and otherwise — from now through Election Day.
Beto O’Rourke Is Running for Governor in TexasThe former Democratic phenom must overcome past questions to challenge a strong but vulnerable Republican incumbent in a red state turning purple.
Will Abortion Dominate the 2022 Midterms?It’s possible that, given the current and near-future actions of the U.S. Supreme Court, abortion could matter more than ever to pro-choice voters.
