Senate Race Uncertainties and Dynamics

This chapter explores the uncertain outcomes of recent Senate races, particularly focusing on Democrats' attempts to flip critical states like North Carolina and Maine. It examines the effects of ranked choice voting, mail-in ballot counting, and the competitive landscape in Georgia, contextualizing these factors within broader political themes of systemic racism and public reform expectations. Additionally, it discusses the potential implications of these races for the future of the Democratic legislative agenda, highlighting the necessity for bipartisanship and ambitious proposals depending on the Senate's makeup.