During this year’s election, much of the focus is centered how many seats the Republican Party will gain in Congress. However, the gubernatorial races this year could have significant and even longer lasting affects. Why? Governors in office during the next two years will have influence over the legislative districts that will be re-evaluated to reflect the 2010 Consensus data. Furthermore, governors affect the implementation of Obama’s healthcare bill and education and economic initiatives. Currently, Democrats hold 26 governorships and Republicans hold 26. This year, 37 states are holding gubernatorial elections, many of which Republicans have a strong chance of winning.
To read the New York Times article, click here: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/11/us/politics/11govs.html?ref=politics
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