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It's Election Night in America

It’s live Election night from the US Midterm Election results coming in thick and fast now. A few records have been set in today’s election. diversity is a winner, Gen Z is a winner, and female leadership is a winner. 

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Polls begin to close out West: Polls are now closed in more than half the country. Here’s an hour-by-hour guide to poll closings.

US midterms 2022 Elections

The House

House
Democrats 87%
House
Republicans 95%

The Senate

Senate
Democrats 94%
Senate
Republicans 96%

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May 2, 2024 3:45 pm

How abortion rights might shape the 2024 Election in the United States. As the heat turns up the battleground states that will ultimately determine control of the White House and Congress, Democrats are pulling out all the stops to rally support for abortion rights.

With the future of Roe v. Wade hanging in the balance, Democratic candidates are making it a central issue in their campaigns, while also pushing for ballot measures to protect women’s reproductive rights.

Republicans, on the other hand, are finding themselves on the defensive as they struggle to respond to the growing momentum behind the pro-choice movement.

Abortion Rights Might Shape the 2024 Election

With the recent confirmation of conservative Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, many fear that the landmark abortion rights decision could be overturned, prompting a wave of restrictive state laws.

Roe v Wade overturned – “How media frames the changes, legally and culturally it will be watched by both sides”

In states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, where the margins are razor-thin, Democrats are hoping that their strong stance on abortion rights will energize voters and tip the scales in their favor.

They are highlighting the importance of protecting women’s access to safe and legal abortion, as well as advocating for comprehensive sex education and affordable contraception.

Meanwhile, Republicans are trying to walk a fine line, attempting to appeal to their conservative base without alienating moderate voters who support abortion rights.

Rallying cry for women’s rights

Some GOP candidates are emphasizing their opposition to late-term abortions and promoting alternatives like adoption, while others are avoiding the topic altogether.

As the election draws closer, the battle over abortion rights is intensifying, with both parties recognizing the high stakes involved. For Democrats, the issue is a rallying cry for women’s rights and reproductive freedom, while Republicans are grappling with how to navigate a shifting political landscape.

The outcome of these crucial races could have far-reaching implications for the future of abortion rights in America.

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November 10, 2022 1:44 pm

Why did the Republican ‘red wave’ fail? 

Before Tuesday’s midterms kicked off, the polls and political experts expected a Republican red wave. Many, from all sides of politics, expected the GOP to sweep the board and wipe out Democrats. 

Whilst the GOP is still on course to win control of the House of Representatives – it looks set to be a thinner margin than expected and predicted. 

And the race for the Senate comes down to three key states – two days on from the election and it’s still too close to call. 

But why did the ‘red wave’ fail to come about? 

A few key points that stopped the Republicans from a landslide victory 

  • The economy wasn’t the only issue the American people cared about. Whilst inflation topped the list of voter concerns, it wasn’t as damaging to the Democrats as they feared. Abortion played a key role in people voting for the Democrats over the Republicans.
  • Initial voter data suggests there was a historic high turnout for a midterm in many parts of the country – many believing young people turned out in masses motivated by issues such as reproductive rights, protecting the planet and fighting for democracy itself. 
  • People don’t want Donald Trump to return to the White House in 2024. This year’s midterms were a great way to measure Trump’s influence in the party – many expected if the GOP had a massive win in the midterms, Trump was likely to announce plans to run for presidency in 2024. It now remains unclear if Trump will announce a 2024 run. 
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November 10, 2022 1:28 pm

Georgia race: What is a run-off election? 

In Georga, the race for US Senate will be heading for a run-off on 6 December. But what is a run-off election? 

Run-off elections are held when no candidate wins the required majority of votes. 

Under Georgia state rules, if no candidate gets more than 50 per cent of the vote, there is a second tie-breaking election, known as a run-off, four weeks later between the top contenders. 

The race between Dem. Raphael Warnock and Rep. Herschel Walker is tight – and there are other candidates vying for votes. 

So – because neither of them reached the golden 50% in the Tuesday midterm elections – the Republican and Democrat candidates will be forced into a one-on-one battle in Dec. 

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November 10, 2022 1:13 pm

Republicans closer to taking The House

The GOP is getting closer to taking the House of Representatives – although its likely to be a narrow majority. 

Of the 435 seats in the House race, so far Republicans are ahead with 210 seats while Democrats have 192 seats. 

Whilst it’s expected to cross the magic 218 number to take control of the House – it’s expected to be a much narrower win than expected. 

Democrats have already secured nearly a dozen seats previously thought endangered. 

There are still a fair few seats left where the results are too close to call or where counting may take a few more days. 

November 10, 2022 7:46 am

US midterms 2022: A recap of the major developments and what happens next

A recap of the major developments over the past 24 hours. More results are expected to trickle through in the early hours of Friday morning. 

The Republicans are set to take the House of Representatives – but perhaps not the sweeping victory that had been predicted. Control of the Senate comes down to winning two of three key states: Arizona, Georgia and Nevada.

Key developments in race for Senate & House

  • Race still too close to call for the Senate 
  • Republicans are still likely to take the House but there is a growing prospect of a very slim majority as Democrats make surprising gains
  • The fight for the Senate comes down to three key races that are just too close to call right now
  • Whichever party wins two of the three outstanding contests in Arizona, Georgia and Nevada will control the Senate
  • More results from key states Arizona and Nevada are expected late on Thursday – into the early hours of Friday 
  • Key state of Georgia will be determined by a runoff in December
  • Democrats avoided major losses, President Biden called it a good night for democracy 
  • Former President Trump said elections were both “somewhat disappointing” and also “a very big victory”
  • Exit polls suggested inflation and the economy were the most important issue for voters – but abortion rights played a major role in Democrats’ success
  • The predicted “red wave” did not happen, but Rep. Ron DeSantis won a large victory in Florida
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