Black, Asian, and Latinos are better sorted – that is, they are matching their ideology to their vote choice/party ID. That means more members of these groups will vote for Republicans than in the past.
Author Archives: Mark Joslyn
Again, the best politicians prevailed
Biden versus Trump. Yet polls show no one is happy. Many ask, “Is this the best the parties can do?” Yes, it is. While Biden and Trump are not universally loved, they have excelled in nomination politics and maintain a firm hold on supporters. Emotions aside, this is the standard for success in electoral politics.
It stays, for now, because elected officials like it
Most people want to reform partisan gerrymandering. And, slowly, it appears that is happening. Why does it take so long?
Politics is for seniors
Politicians are getting older. Just how old and what does that mean for young voters.
Chart of the week ending 5/12/2023
Typically, the news media present comparisons of median household income between Whites and Blacks, or perhaps Whites and Hispanics. In general, racial comparisons dominate media coverage. While important, there are of course more than two groups that comprise our nation’s population. In fact, approximately 30% of the population is neither Black nor White. This chart,Continue reading “Chart of the week ending 5/12/2023”
Promises Made, Promises Broken
Political compromises are an important feature of a well functioning political system. Our Constitution is in fact a series of compromises. But compromises require concessions and politicians often break promises in order to close the deal. This can be frustrating to voters but its crucial for agreements.
Strike three or ball four?
A ball or strike? Judges decide and they all possess ideological biases that determine the call.
Biden’s reelection campaign
Not many want him to run again, but Joe Biden will run again and like most incumbents will win the party’s nomination easily.
Independents or Partisan Leaners
Recent data show substantial increases in the share of people that identify as Independents. Is it real? Let’s take a look.
The Iron Law of Successive Elections
Will Democrats lose House seats? Of course, that’s never been in doubt. Read on and find out why a newly elected president nearly always loses House seats in midterm elections.
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