There is some interest in New Mexico this year if not at the presidential level, then certainly in the Senate race. Of all the southwestern states, New Mexico is perhaps the most blue. However, recent events, mainly the election of highly popular and visible Republican Governor Susanna Martinez, should give Republicans hope. This state will likely award its 5 electoral votes to Obama although nowhere | Read More »
Besides the granddaddy of them all- the Wisconsin Governor recall election (discussed below)- six states will be holding primaries to determine candidates for Senate and Congressional seats. The following is a listing of interesting races in these states and the stakes for November. Lets start in California. There is no doubt that whoever emerges from the very crowded GOP field for Senate, they will lose | Read More »
Just as Democrats see an opportunity in Arizona, especially in a vacant Senate seat, Republicans should see a greater chance in neighboring New Mexico. Most of the news revolves around the retirement of and replacement for Democratic Senator Jeff Bingaman. For President, the state has been becoming increasingly blue with each successive election and 2012 should not be any different. This state will go for | Read More »
With no Senate seat up for grabs this year, it is the 2008 Senate race that figures into New Mexico races this year. But first, a look at the Governor’s race. Assuming Bill Richardson had made it to the Obama cabinet, Lt. Governor Diane Denish would be Governor today boning up on her gubernatorial credentials in a run-up to this year’s election. But | Read More »
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