1. early and often
    The 7 Big Lessons of the 2022 Midterm ElectionsDemocrats pulled off the strongest performance by an in-power party in two decades.
    By Eric Levitz
  2. 2022 midterms
    Ron Johnson Survives, AgainThe most-frustrating Republican senator to Democrats defeats Mandela Barnes, thanks in no small part to highlighting his liberal past.
    By Ross Barkan
  3. 2022 midterms
    John Fetterman Beats Dr. Oz and a Stroke, Flipping Pennsylvania for DemocratsNegative impressions of the TV-celebrity carpetbagger and his extremist party outweighed doubts about his Democratic opponent.
    By Ed Kilgore
  4. the national interest
    The Midterms Are a Shocking Vote of Confidence in DemocratsOr at least of a lack of confidence in the alternative.
    By Jonathan Chait
  5. early and often
    Kathy Hochul Beats Back a Serious Challenge From Lee ZeldinThe governor’s race became surprisingly close after the Republican assailed her on crime and made inroads in the suburbs.
    By Nia Prater
  7. 2022 midterms
    Why Brian Kemp Easily Defeated Stacey Abrams This TimeIn 2018, she became a Democratic superstar in defeat. How much has changed in four years.
    By Ed Kilgore
  8. early and often
    Trump Teases November 15 for Presidential AnnouncementHere we go again.
    By Benjamin Hart
  9. tremendous content
    Truth Social Is Donald Trump’s Self-made PrisonElon Musk would let Trump back on Twitter, but Trump reportedly feels trapped on Truth Social because its failure would be bad for his brand.
    By Margaret Hartmann
  10. poll position
    The Final 2022 Midterms Polling ForecastAs Election Day arrives, polls show a lot of close races. While there’s talk of a Republican wave, there’s also potential for big Democratic wins.
    By Ed Kilgore
  11. life after warming
    How to Live in a CatastropheIn search of a way to think clearly about the planetary crisis.
    By Elizabeth Weil
  12. tremendous content
    ‘Ron DeSanctimonious’ Is a Low-Energy Trump NicknameIt’s better than “Old Crow” or “Peekaboo,” but Trump’s new name for his possible 2024 rival Ron DeSantis needs more workshopping.
    By Margaret Hartmann
  13. on with kara swisher
    CNN’s John King Wants to Avoid Being Election Night ‘SportsCenter’Kara Swisher talks with the veteran anchor about how he prepares for the big night.
    By Intelligencer Staff
  14. the national interest
    Of Course Democracy Is on the BallotGiving more power to an authoritarian party is dangerous.
    By Jonathan Chait
  15. the midterms
    For Democrats This Midterm, Winning Isn’t EverythingThe long-term survival of social safety-net programs and blue-state abortion rights may depend on Democrats losing by a little instead of a lot.
    By Eric Levitz
  16. the system
    The Rebirth of Kanye WestMeet the new face of Black conservatism.
    By Zak Cheney-Rice
  17. early and often
    How Hochul and Zeldin Stand ApartFrom crime to housing to congestion pricing, here’s what New Yorkers need to know about how the gubernatorial candidates differ on the issues.
    By Errol Louis
  18. 2022 midterms
    Watch Out for Premature Victory Claims in the MidtermsThe “Red Mirage” that was the basis of Trump’s victory declaration in 2020 could be exploited by more candidates on November 8.
    By Ed Kilgore
  19. just asking questions
    Why Won’t Katie Hobbs Fight Back Harder Against Kari Lake?Arizona political reporter Brahm Resnik on the dangers of “the Trumpiest ticket in the country.”
    By Benjamin Hart
  20. early and often
    The People Fleeing Austin Because Texas Is Too ConservativeThe progressive paradise is over for some, and they’re fleeing to bluer pastures.
    By Casey Quackenbush
  21. early and often
    Trump’s Rumored 2024 Kickoff Could Mean Trouble for RepublicansWhile an imminent Trump announcement might force the hands of potential Republican rivals, it could also affect a Georgia runoff — and help Joe Biden.
    By Ed Kilgore
  22. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Election Deniers Won’t Run the 2024 ElectionIn key 2024 battleground states, MAGA candidates’ hopes of taking over the election machinery are not looking great.
    By Ed Kilgore
  23. early and often
    Oprah’s Unsatisfying Rejection of Dr. Oz Is Totally on BrandOprah has finally endorsed John Fetterman. If you’re waiting for an apology for creating Dr. Oz, I have some magic weight-loss beans to sell you.
    By Margaret Hartmann
  24. the inside game
    Why Democrats Are Suddenly Very NervousObama, both Clintons, and even Biden try to rescue their party from a potential rout.
    By Gabriel Debenedetti
  25. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Doug Mastriano’s Hopes FadeAs we approach the finish line for the midterms, some races seem resolved, like the Pennsylvania governor’s race. But an awful lot are still in play.
    By Ed Kilgore
  26. just asking questions
    Why Is the Fetterman-Oz Race So Freaking Close?Jonathan Tamari of the Philadelphia Inquirer on the enormous stakes of Pennsylvania’s midterms.
    By Benjamin Hart
  27. the national interest
    Biden’s Defense of Democracy May Not Work, But It Is RightThe case against taking authoritarianism seriously is too cynical.
    By Jonathan Chait
  28. early and often
    Swing Voters Are Angry, Alienated, and Very PowerfulThe undecided part of the electorate is shrinking. But in close elections they are decisive, and far too many are swayed by negative campaigning.
    By Ed Kilgore
  29. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Adam Laxalt (Might) Have the LeadIn one of the country’s hottest races, two polls have the Republican up significantly — but a third shows Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto holding on.
    By Ed Kilgore
  30. what we know
    Pelosi Attacker Allegedly Planned to Kidnap and Torture Speaker: UpdatesThe suspect spouting far-right beliefs plotted to zip-tie the House Speaker, according to federal prosecutors.
    By Nia Prater and Chas Danner
  31. the national interest
    Denying the Attack on Pelosi Is a Bridge to Supporting ItThe mental contortions of the anti-anti-DePape right.
    By Jonathan Chait
  32. 2022 midterns
    No, Stacey Abrams Is Not a ‘Superstar Loser’The bizarre criticism of Democratic candidates who became nationally famous after coming up short in pathbreaking campaigns.
    By Ed Kilgore
  33. early and often
    Trump’s Truth Social Really Is a (Tiny, Conservative) PhenomenonThe ex-president’s latest boast is surprisingly accurate — if you compare Truth Social to other alternative social-media sites, not Twitter.
    By Margaret Hartmann
  34. politics
    Of Course Trump Is All In on Paul Pelosi Conspiracy TheoriesIt was only a matter of time before he weighed in.
    By Benjamin Hart
  35. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Outliers Show Tudor Dixon and Lee Zeldin SurgingWhile some pollsters see big upsets in Michigan and New York, all is quiet in once-tense Colorado and Missouri.
    By Ed Kilgore
  36. life after roe
    Montana May Save Anti-Abortion Movement From Total DefeatWhile midterm voters seem poised to affirm reproductive rights in several states, a deceptively worded anti-abortion measure could pass in Montana.
    By Ed Kilgore
  37. the national interest
    Progressive America Needs a GlasnostStop being afraid to speak out against the madness.
    By Jonathan Chait
  38. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Red Alert for Patty Murray?The Washington Democrat could be in trouble, but there’s relatively good news for her party in other Senate races.
    By Ed Kilgore
  39. just asking questions
    Did Stacey Abrams Pick the Wrong Year?The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Greg Bluestein on what’s happening in Georgia a week before the midterms.
    By Benjamin Hart
  40. on with kara swisher
    Can Elon Musk Make Twitter Better?Kara Swisher talks with columnist Matt Levine about what’s next for the company and its new superfan owner.
    By Intelligencer Staff
  41. elon musk
    New Twitter Owner Tweets, Then Deletes Pelosi-Attack Conspiracy TheoryLess than three days after taking control of the social-media platform, Musk is back to abusing it.
    By Chas Danner
  42. early and often
    The Man in the MAGA MiddleKevin McCarthy’s campaign to be Speaker means no enemies to the right, left, or center in his caucus.
    By Ben Jacobs
  43. the test of time
    The Last Weekend in New York EverSixty years ago, a young reporter covering the Cuban Missile Crisis glimpsed Armageddon.
    By Clive Irving
  44. poll position
    What the Polls Say Today: Maybe Warnock Really Is Going ‘Downhill’ in GeorgiaPerhaps what Chuck Schumer told Joe Biden about Georgia is right, but Governor Kathy Hochul is doing a bit better.
    By Ed Kilgore
  45. 2022 midterms
    Fewer Young People Are Voting Early, a Danger Sign for DemocratsDemocrats may be underestimating the need to explain convenience voting to under-30 voters.
    By Ed Kilgore
  46. the national interest
    This Is Not the Political Violence That Should Scare UsThe conditions are present for much deadlier political violence.
    By Jonathan Chait
  47. 2022 midterms
    Chuck Schumer’s Hot-Mic Moment: Does He Know Something We Don’t?The Democratic Senate leader seemed optimistic on Nevada and Pennsylvania, but not Georgia when he spilled his guts to Joe Biden on a tarmac.
    By Ed Kilgore
  48. just asking questions
    Nevada’s Political Oracle on the State’s Crucial MidtermsJon Ralston thinks early voting numbers so far give Democrats reason to be optimistic.
    By Benjamin Hart
  49. what is elon musk?
    What Is Elon Musk?And how is it possible that he could emerge from his Twitter debacle more culturally dominant than ever?
    By Lane Brown
  50. early and often
    Dixon Said Democrats Are Destroying America in Revenge for Losing the Civil WarThis is some of the wildest stuff any GOP politician not named Marjorie Taylor Greene has said in recent years.
    By Ed Kilgore
  51. life after roe
    Will Republicans Really ‘Defer to the States’ on Abortion?There has been a lot of flip-flopping and back-pedaling among Republican congressional candidates since the Supreme Court axed Roe v. Wade.
    By Ed Kilgore
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