Southern Democrats see hope for first time in years, seek to build on discontent of midterm votersDemocrats see hope for political gains in the Deep South this year despite disappointments in previous elections. Democrats say voters are motivated by the rising cost of living, the war in Iran, healthcare affordability and data center worries. Alabama saw a surge in Democratic primary voting in May. In Mississippi's Senate race, Democrat Scott Colom is…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution9d agoWhole story →HealthSecurityCindy Hyde-Smithsouthern state elections
Mississippi Senate race highlights shifting map as Democrats and Republicans battle for majorityMississippi does not top the list of hotly contested U.S. Senate races this fall. But the traditionally conservative state is among a handful of contests that could become potential wildcards as Republicans try to defend their majority. Iowa, Kansas and Nebraska also are Republican-leaning states that could end up helping determine Senate control…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentCindy Hyde-Smithsenate election battle