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The Downballot

David Nir, David Beard, Jeff Singer, James Lambert

Covering every election, from kickoff to call

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Latest Issues

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Morning Digest: What the heck is the GOP up to in this Nebraska House race?

Nebraska state Sen. John Cavanaugh (D), at right (John Cavanaugh Facebook)

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10 of the hottest races for governor

There are 36 races for governor in 2026, and many are shaping up to be highly competitive. On this week’s episode of The Downballot podcast, co-hosts David Nir and David Beard run through 10 of the most interesting races for governor across...

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Morning Digest: Democrats are demanding new blood in primaries, but what about Republicans?

Indiana Rep. Jim Baird (R), at left (Jim Baird Facebook)

8 days ago
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Morning Digest: Look who's back for one last hike

Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford. (Credit: Mark Sanford Facebook)

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Authors

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  • David Nir

    Publisher, The Downballot

  • David Beard

    Contributor, The Downballot

  • Jeff Singer

    Managing Editor, The Downballot

  • James Lambert

    Contributor, The Downballot

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