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Bottoming Out

Opposition to the war in Iraq may have leveled off.

  • Charlie Cook
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On a Roll

The Democrats are riding the wave of various GOP scandals and embarrassments, but all hot streaks eventually end.

  • Charlie Cook
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Discounting Experience

Americans are clearly looking for something from their next president other than just credentials.

  • Charlie Cook
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Proceed With Caution

Former Democratic Sen. John Breaux has expressed interest in running for governor in Louisiana, but he may not be eligible, for one thing.

  • Charlie Cook
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Timing is Everything

States are holding their presidential primaries earlier in an effort to attract the type of attention afforded New Hampshire and Iowa.

  • Charlie Cook
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Hillary Rising

Hillary Clinton is the clear front-runner for the Democratic presidential nomination; the Republican contest is a lot closer.

  • Charlie Cook
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Vicious Cycle

The hostile political environment facing the GOP could result in a rash of retirements, difficulty recruiting and poor fundraising.

  • Charlie Cook
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League of Her Own

In five major national polls last month, Hillary Clinton averaged 37 percent support among Democratic voters.

  • Charlie Cook
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Measuring the Obstacles

Rudy Giuliani is unlikely to last long if he enters the 2008 presidential race.

  • Charlie Cook
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Color Them Competitive

Of 11 states moving away from the political party that has dominated them, just four are becoming more Republican.

  • Charlie Cook
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Lopsided Lineup

Republicans will have to defend the majority of the Senate seats up for grabs in 2008.

  • Charlie Cook
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Tarnished Image

The Republican reputation for tackling big government and reining in spending is taking a beating.

  • Charlie Cook
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Awkward Assignment

Democrats must be responsive to voters’ concerns about Iraq, yet avoid taking ownership of the war.

  • Charlie Cook
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First Time’s a Charm

Democrats' presumed liability of lacking experienced candidates turned into an asset during the midterm elections.

  • Charlie Cook
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Few Surprises

With several exceptions, the 2008 presidential race is unfolding as expected.

  • Charlie Cook
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Restoring Balance

The midterm elections aligned power in Washington more closely with the almost evenly divided leanings of voters.

  • Charlie Cook
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State of Denial

Some continue to be dismissive of Democrats’ gains in the midterm elections.

  • Charlie Cook
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The War’s Wave

The war in Iraq was the biggest factor in Democrats’ gains in the midterm elections.

  • Charlie Cook
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Luck of the Draw

In the aftermath of the elections, political operatives may take the blame for circumstances beyond their control.

  • Charlie Cook
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Down to the Wire

As Election Day draws close, both major parties face tough choices on where to concentrate their remaining resources.

  • Charlie Cook
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