1. What challenges do Democrats face in winning control of the Senate?

They must win all or most of 6 states and then also win Republican held seats in Nevada, Arizona, and Tennessee or Texas.

2. There are 33 Senate elections happening.  How many are classified as "competitive"?

10 elections look seriously competitive.

3. In North Dakota, why will it be challenging for Heidi Heitkamp to win reelection?

The opponent, Cramer, is close with Trump, who the state voted 63% for in the election.

4. What does polling in Missouri currently tell us about Senator Claire McCaskill?

She has a very good chance of winning even with 44% disapproval because teh polls show a .6 difference between the candidates.

5. In Nevada, what unique situation in Senator Dean Heller in?  How do Nevada voters feel about President Trump?

He is tied to Trump and has repealed things left and right since Trump and GOP money convinced him to do so, and in a state that voted Hillary, with a 51% disapproval rate of Trump, things are harder now for Heller.

6. Who are the two candidates in Tennessee?  How do Tennessee voters feel about President Trump?

Marsha Blackburn and Phil Bredesen; 56% approval of Trump and 40% disapproval

7. In Florida, what advantage does Rick Scott have over Bill Nelson?

Scott has a ton of money that he has no problem spending, whereas Nelson does not and it is putting him behind in the race.

8. In what way might the Florida governor race impact the Senate election?

Andrew Gillum is the first black Floridian to make the ballot for governor and this could boost the Democratic vote in the Senate.

9. What unique stance has Senator Jeff Flake taken in Arizona?

He bashes Trump and describes him as dangerous but votes for his agenda almost every time.

​10.  What has changed about the Texas Senate race since earlier in the summer?

Cruz was leading by double digits but now that has diminished to only a few points lead.

11. In Indiana, why does Joe Donnelly avoid associating himself with Democrats, even though he is a Democrat?

It allows him to appeal to both parties and come off as bipartisan.

12.  Why is it strange that a Democratic Senator represents West Virginia?

Democratic does not seem to fit with West Virginia because Trump won with 68% approval rate which was his highest margin in the country.