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What history tells us about the conflict with Iran
Jul 2 • Mike Sistak

June 2026

The warning signs from the most consistent group of voters
And why it should worry Republicans
Jun 25 • Mike Sistak
Issues still matter in elections
And what both parties are getting wrong about them
Jun 18 • Mike Sistak
The Senate map is more competitive than it appears
Even if Republicans still hold the edge for now
Jun 13 • Mike Sistak
Yes, Ken Paxton could lose Texas
But it's not for the reasons you expect
Jun 7 • Mike Sistak

May 2026

The Art of the Midterm Disaster
Would a generic president be this sunk?
May 29 • Mike Sistak
Did Trump just create a Texas-sized opening for Democrats?
Why the Lone Star State is now in play
May 27 • Mike Sistak
Can Democrats rebound? What past lessons are being ignored
...and why post-loss handwringing is always overblown
May 26 • Mike Sistak
The Midterm Lens
It's all about the president
May 23 • Mike Sistak
Ideology vs. Electability
The one number that explains Donald Trump’s hold on the GOP
May 22 • Mike Sistak
Trump's Leadership on Issues
The core issues on voters' minds
May 18 • Mike Sistak
Can redistricting save Republicans?
Why the House is still likely to go Democratic
May 16 • Mike Sistak
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