State to State Races: Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana

This time around we got a few probable GOP wins in the presidential race, and along with more wins in the senate and house.

First lets take a look at Kansas. The GOP has to love Kansas for the upcoming year. It's six electoral votes, while small, and no doubt in the GOP hands. In the senate, Incumbant Pat Roberts looks to be secure in his battle againist Democrat Lee Jones. It also represents a steller chance for the GOP to retake a seat from the demcrats in District 2. Freshman Congress memeber Nancy Boyda has the fight of her life againist Repubican Jim Ryun.

Next take a look at Kentucky. Much like Kansas, it's electoral votes look safe, as does Kentucky senator Mitch McConnell. And agian, there represents a possible pickup oppurtunity for Republicans, as another freshman congressman, John Yarmouth will battle to retain his seat.

Then there is Louisiana. This is a state that has the potential to be intreasting. It's nine electoral votes should be in John McCain's hands, but the senate seat is where the real fun is. A lot of people are expecting a big battle, as Democrat Mary Landrieu, who narrowly won her last two terms, seems to face rough competition in the next election. Not to mention that many Democrats are believed to have relocated to other states in the country. Only time will tell how this one will shape out.

I am tyring to get a whole heap of states done in the next two weeks, so stay tuned for that in the next few weeks.

State to State Races: Indiana, Iowa

I only have two for you today, but one of them is amoung the most important for this years election.

But we must start with Indiana. John McCain should have little trouble in picking up Indiana's 11 electoral votes. It is a very reliable state for the GOP and anything other than a GOP win would be a suprise. There is a governor race heating up though, as Mitch Daniels, Jr. will be battling out Jill Long Thompson for the Governor's Mansion. It is currently rated as a Weak GOP Hold, but this is a race that I think the Incumbant will pull away as things move forward.

Then there is the Ultra-Battleground of Iowa. This state has switched colors for the last two election cycles and it should come down to the wire once again in 2008. For the time being, Iowa goes into the hands of the Democrat as the Republicans look to rebuff in the next election. As for the senate race, Tom Harkin should cruise to a victroy again. There is a serious house race to look into. District 2 was an mega suprise as David Loebsack came from no-man's land to shock the Republican. Although there are not any present candidates, this normally heavy GOP district should see a tough battle into election day.

Stay tuned for: Kansas, Kentucky, and possibly more

First Presidential Analysis, Update

I am still in the construction stage of updating all of the sites, not to mention in the middle of the 'State to State Races' tour, but I decided to go ahead and put up my first Presidential Analysis. It can be located under the 2008 projections and into the President category. I have not included it into the overall analysis.

My first projection indicates that Barack Obama will be elected the 44th president of the United States, and amoung others, the first African-American president. With Hillary Clinton's inpending doom, I thought I might as well stick with Obama as the Democratic nominee.

As for the 'State to State Races' tour, expect Indiana and Iowa, and possibly others up by tomorrow.

Happy Mother's Day!

All of those who have been lucky enough to have a hard working, caring, loving, beautiful, and smart mom, whould have a mom like I do. I would love to personally thank my mom for giving me everything and help me develop into the person I am today. I'm sure many of you are just as blessed as I am, and Happy Mother's Day to all of you out there!

State to State Races: Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois

My 'State to State Races' tour continues on as we introduce a few more states, none of which have serious threats in thier states.

First, we will look into Hawaii. Hawaii is known for being far left, even though lately the Republicans have started to get a bit closer here and there. But anyone looking for a change of hands is looking in the wrong state. Democrats should win their seats the whole way down the board, as Hawaii is a safe bet for Democrats in 2008.

Next we can take a look at Idaho. Since Larry Craig is on his way out of the Senate, Republicans will have little to fear in this election. The presidential race won't change hands, nor will the senate or house, and Idaho will be a bright spot for the GOP.

And then there is Illinois. I strongly believe Barack Obama will take the Democrat nomination, but even if he didn't Illinois isn't exactly a danger for Democrats in 08. The Senate seat will not be competitive, and only and a Democrat challenge to Republican Tim Baldermann keeps Illinois a state to watch.

Stay tuned for Indiana, Iowa

Clinton, Obama Battle On Tonight, Note

The race the never-never-ending battle between Clinton and Obama will continue once again tonight as they square off in Indiana and North Carolina. Based on polling, expect yet another split and another reason drag on the Democratic primary. I am looking at both candidates winning by three to five points tonight, as both candidates tout how they are the best candidate for the American people.

Just a quick note, Hawaii and Idaho pages have been completed in the State to State Races, however I have yet to do any analysis on the main page.

State to State Races: Deleware, DC, Florida, Georgia

In Deleware, Democrats will continue to dominate, save the At-Large district held by Republican Mike Castle. Other than that, the Democrats will pick up the three electoral votes, along with sweeping the Govenor and Senate races.

For the District of Columbia, it's three electoral votes will most certainly go to the Democrat, likely carrying 85-90% of the vote.

Moving on to Florida, which is one of the most hotly contested states out there, considering the importance of it's 27 electoral votes. It has no Senate or Governor race, but it should have a couple of fun House races in Districts 16 and 22.

And finally Georgia, which shouldn't have any trouble going to the GOP in the presidential race. Senator Saxby Chambliss looks to be in nice shapes, and the GOP has a couple of oppurtunites to pick up some House seats in Districts 8 and 12.