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- Incumbent Politicians Should Not Be Able to Seek Higher OfficeMembers of Congress and state governors all love to run for president...while retaining their current offices "just in case." They lack the time and motivation to focus on their constituents and should be considered in dereliction of their elected duty.
- Senate 2012: Initial LookI look at races for Senate, 2012
- 2012 Election Outlook: United States SenateWith the 2012 elections shaping up, the majority of the United States Senate hangs in the balance. Eight incumbent senators are retiring. Other incumbents may face the same fate as some of their colleagues did in 2010.
Most Incumbent Bums in Congress SurviveAnalysis of the 2010 midterm elections reveals that the many anti-incumbency efforts failed. Once again high reelection rates showed the failure of Americans to transform Congress.- 75% Approval of Congress in "Upheaval" ElectionEven in a year like 2010, not much changes. Did the midterm election prove that change is impossible?
- 2010 Massachusetts Election Results: Democrats Hold StrongMassachusetts still leans Democratic. Democratic incumbenents successfully fought off Republican and Independent challengers for Governor and Congressional Seats. The Republicans did make gains in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
- Incumbent Democrats Beg Voters Not to Fire ThemYou know your opponents are against the ropes when they start denying that they have anything to do with their own allies, or claim that they don't even know who they are.
- Are Incumbent State Legislators in Trouble?The elected government of New York State has been in a state of flux for about two years. Beset by scandals and infighting, there has been a definite lack of business as usual. Will we see that in the 2010 elections?
- Louise Slaughter (D NY-28) Congresswoman for LifeNew York State's 28th Congressional District is represented by 12 term Democrat Louise Slaughter. Despite the Tea Party movement, the vast majority of the Congress, including Slaughter, will be reelected. But should they?
- 2010 Washington 8th District House Election: DelBene Mounts Strong Campaign Against Vulnerable Incumbent ReichertReichert is vulnerable in this swing district race, perhaps more so due to his recent disclosure of a serious head injury. Challenger DelBene is a former executive with a well-developed campaign platform.
California's 2010 18th U.S. Congressional District Race: Democratic Incumbent Dennis Cardoza Vs. Republican Mike BerryhillUncontested in 2008, incumbent Dennis Cardoza is facing Republican challenger Mike Berryhill in the 2010 midterm election.- 2010 Illinois 8th Congressional District Race: Incumbent Bean Favored Over GOP's WalshMelissa Bean is expected to prevail against challenger Joe Walsh in the race for the Illinois 8th congressional district seat.
2010 South Carolina 5th District Race: Republican Mick Mulvaney Attempts to Unseat Incumbent Democrat John SprattAt face-value the South Carolina 5th District race between long-time incumbent Democrat John Spratt and Republican challenger Mick Mulvaney looks like a Goliath vs. David battle.
2010 New Jersey 12th Congressional District Race: Incumbent Democrat Rush D. Holt, Jr. vs. Republican Challenger Scott SipprelleIn New Jersey's 12th Congressional District, it's a battle between the rocket scientist incumbent Rush Holt and investment expert Scott Sipprelle.
Change in Windy City Voting Landscape Could Spell Trouble for IncumbentsThe tide of mayoral and aldermen elections is taking an unpredictable turn in Chicago, signaling a trend of what is already occurring in our nation.- Tier V Unemployment Extension - Incumbents, Beware the Wrath of the 99ers!Having lost everything but their vote, 99ers vow one last act of vengeance for their sitting representatives; a no vote for me = a vote for your opponent!
- Florida's 2010 24th Congressional District Race; Republican Sandy Adams Challenging Incumbent Suzanne KosmasIn Florida's 24th Congressional District, incumbent Democrat Rep. Suzanne Kosmas is facing Republican challenger Sandy Adams, a member of the Florida State Legislature
First Person: Incumbents Win Arizona Republican PrimariesIn Arizona's 2010 primaries, the Republican incumbents made November's ballot. Candidates who otherwise might have been replaced didn't have strong opponents. They will probably be reelected in November.
Ohio's 1st District Race: Incumbent Democrat Steve Driehaus Faces Former Republican Congressman Steve Chabot in RematchLong-time former Congressman Steve Chabot (R) is trying to regain his old seat from recent incumbent Steve Driehaus (D) in this closely contested Cincinnati district rematch.
Michigan Primary Results 2010 Eliminate Another IncumbentFor the sixth time this year, a sitting member of Congress was voted out before the general election. Michigan Rep. Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick fell to state Senator Hansen Clark, though it may be due to the backlash against her whole family in Michigan.
Beware of Rich Political SaviorsAmericans have every reason to want to vote out incumbents, but the sad truth is that most of those running against incumbents are just awful. What to do? Maybe stay home and de-legitimize our corrupt, dysfunctional government.
This Year Anti-Incumbency Movement Succeeds or FailsVoting incumbents out of Congress has always appealed to many people who think Congress is worse than useless. The mid-term elections later this year have the potential to capitalize on a historic level of disgust with Congress.
Election Results 2010 Underscore Incumbent FailuresVoter sentiment appears to have become a conspiracy against incumbents and, if the primary election results 2010 are any indications these office-holders are put on notice. Why is an incumbent hard to defeat, and why does it seem somehow easier right now?
The Tea Party Versus IncumbentsNovember's general election is the true test of the Tea Party Movement.- The Case for IncumbentsThrow the bums out seems to be a battle cry. But so was tally-ho, and that didn't work out so well, either!
- Democrats Remain Loyal to Their President, PartyThe Great Recession has produced great hadships for the Anerican People. Although incumbent politicians do not have a solution for the problem, most Democrats remain loyal to their President and Party. This is especially true in Pennsylvania.
- 2010 Elections: Democratic Campaign Strategies and Ousting the IncumbentsMy viewpoint on the current elections, the popular idea of ousting the incumbents and the Democratic campaign strategy.
Goodbye Incumbents!Hang in there, America...and let's get it right this time. The minute they put party, career or special interests above country - they're gone!
2010 California U.S. Senate Primary Race Features a Vulnerable Incumbent in BoxerThe 2010 California primary race shows some cracks in the political armor of incumbent U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer. Will the California June primary spell the end of the run for the grand dame of California politics?- Why Are so Many Incumbent Democrats in Congress Suddenly Retiring?Just coincidence? Keep telling yourself that.
- Replacing an Incumbent Vendor in B2B SalesToo many sales reps are intimidated by an incumbent vendor relationship. This article will show you how to turn that situation into a great opportunity.
- Lack of Incumbent Changes the Michigan Gubernatorial RaceLt. Governor John Cherry has backed out of Governors race and left the stage open for new faces. This has changed the election dynamic in the stat of Michigan.
- Vulnerable House Seats in 2010, Part 5: PA, TX, VA, WA, WII wrap up my analysis of vulnerable house races
- Vulnerable House Seats in 2010, Part 4: NE, NV, NJ, NY and OHI continue to look at vulnerable candidates in 2010 house of representatives races.
- Vulnerable House Seats in 2010, Part 3 Indiana Through MinnesotaMore reports on House seats that might change in the 2010 congress
- Associated Content Source Johnny Waltz to Run for Congress: Navy & War on Terror Veteran Challenging Kentucky IncumbentDisabled vet wants to help country once again, this time in Washington D.C.
Voters Keep Re-electing Congressional LosersVoting out congressional incumbents failed this year, showing the anti-incumbency movement to be a clear letdown..- In Washington's Eighth District, Incumbent Dave Reichert or Newcomer Darcy Burner?The fight is once again brewing between the incumbent Republican, Dave Reichert, and the Democrat, Darcy Burner, in Washington state's eighth district.
- The Keys to the White House: Hold on DemocratsAccording to the Keys to the White House, the Democrats will retake the US presidency in November 2008. But Senator McCain may test history as this may be a history challenging year for the Republicans to maintain the White House.
- In Long Beach, California, Jon Meyer Will Face Teacher Discontent in 2008Will a school board member who is accused by teaching professionals of being obstructionist, and who by his own admission has sought to keep undesired issues off the table during meetings, make a good candidate for re-election?
