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North Dakota Governor for President?

What the U.S. Supreme Court rulings mean for states and localities; watching the debt limit drama; and more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.

  • By Elizabeth Daigneau

Five Takeaways from Tuesday’s Elections

Women make history, Republicans lose ground and crime concerns take center stage. Here's what you might've missed in the dozens of city and statewide races Tuesday night.

  • By Daniel C. Vock

Nation’s Longest-Serving Governor Won’t Run for Reelection

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee made a name for himself at home and nationally as an environmental champion.

  • By Daniel C. Vock

‘Tide Is Going Out’ on Election Deniers, Scrutinized Georgia Official Says

While conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election are waning, they’re still shaping policies about election administration in many parts of the country.

  • By Daniel C. Vock

The Fight Against Election Lies Never Ends for Local Officials

Election officials are working across state and partisan lines to earn back voters’ trust.

  • By Matt Vasilogambros, Stateline

Who’s Running for Mayor in Philadelphia?

In one of the most anticipated mayoral races in years, several of Philadelphia’s highest-profile politicos are resigning from their current positions and throwing their hats in the ring.

  • By Harrison Cann

With Arizona Win, Democratic Governors Hang Tough in Midterms

Vulnerable incumbents defended their seats, as the party also managed to take control of three governorships held by Republicans, while only ceding one to the GOP.

  • By Daniel C. Vock

Democrats Win Full Control of Government in More States

In places like Michigan, they secured majorities in legislatures and hold governors’ offices. But the GOP still maintains greater sway in statehouses and the political rifts between blue and red states seem to be growing more ingrained.

  • By Daniel C. Vock

Kansas' Democratic Governor Hangs on for Second Term

Laura Kelly edged out her GOP challenger in a closely watched race. Meanwhile, Republican Kris Kobach, a lightning rod figure during his time as Kansas' secretary of state, made a political comeback and will become the state's next AG.

  • By Bill Lucia

DeSantis Dominates in Winning Second Term

The Florida governor's victory comes as questions swirl around whether he'll run for president in 2024.

  • By Ryan Dailey and Jim Turner

Shapiro Claims Victory Over Mastriano in Pennsylvania Governor's Race

“We have to keep coming together to make progress," he said after clinching the win.

  • By Justin Sweitzer & Harrison Cann

The Winners and Losers in the 2022 Midterm Election Governors Races

Get caught up on all the action from Election Day, and who the next top government executives will be in the 36 states that held gubernatorial contests this year.

  • By Bill Lucia and Kery Murakami
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Pennsylvania’s Highest Court Directs Counties Not to Count Undated Ballots

Legal experts predict more lawsuits could surface in the weeks to come.

  • By Justin Sweitzer

Bracing for the Fraud Claims Expected After the Election

This year could be even riper for misinformation to spread than 2020, according to researchers.

  • By Molly Bolan

The Top Governors Races to Watch in the 2022 Midterm Elections

Thirty-six states are holding gubernatorial contests. Here's a rundown of the ones we’re tracking headed toward Election Day.

  • By Route Fifty Staff

Tax the Rich for Climate Action? Protect Towns from Floods? It’s on State Ballots This November

Two major climate initiatives in New York and California, and many more to watch at the local level.

  • By Blanca Begert, Grist

A Fight Over How Tax Hikes are Passed at the Ballot Box

A proposal before Arizona voters would change the threshold for approving tax initiatives from a simple majority to 60%. Is it a check on outside groups funding tax-and-spend measures? Or a hit to citizens' power to approve new funding for their priorities?

  • By Kery Murakami

Meet the Breakout Stars of the 2022 Governors’ Races

COMMENTARY | Media experience rather than previously holding elected office is becoming a premium trait for candidates running for governor.

  • By James Nash

Why Campaigns Have a Love-Hate Relationship With Their Signs

COMMENTARY | Supporters and volunteers love them. But it’s difficult for political scientists to determine whether they even influence the outcome of elections, since no two campaigns or election cycles are alike.

  • By Karen Adams, The Conversation

Local Election Officials Brace for Possible Violence and Threats

With worries over armed poll “monitors,” voter intimidation and risks to staff, some are coordinating with law enforcement or conducting special training ahead of Election Day.

  • By Kery Murakami

The Important Role Played by Secretaries of State in Administering Fair Elections is Changing

COMMENTARY | And not in a good way.

  • By Thom Reilly, The Conversation