Obama Endorses Clinton
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at a rally in Long Beach, California.
15 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Obama Endorses Clinton »

After maintaining a neutral stance during the primary race, President Obama has officially put his support behind Hillary Clinton. This week, Election Central Read more…

The Final Stretch
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves to supporters during a presidential primary election night rally, Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in New York. Julie Jacobson/AP Images. http://www.apimages.com/metadata/Index/DEM-2016-Clinton/dcd85cebee954d94a88caba96954291d/1/0
9 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

The Final Stretch »

On June 7, voters from six states went to the polls to cast their votes in the primary election. North Dakota, Montana, New Read more…

Tracking the 2016 Election Candidates
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4 May
2016
Written by David Martin

Tracking the 2016 Election Candidates »

Now that the primaries and caucuses have begun, the crowded field of candidates jostling with one another to win their party nominations for the 2016 presidential election is starting to shrink. Use this post to stay up-to-date.  March 23, 2015Ted Cruz announces candidacyTed Cruz announces candidacyTed Cruz was the first candidate to officially throw his hat [...]
Front-runners Take NY
Republican candidate Donald Trump speaks during a rally at Griffiss International Airport in Rome, N.Y. Credit: Mike Groll/AP Images
21 Apr
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Front-runners Take NY »

Last week, btw brought you news leading up to the New York primary. This week, we offer the results and a follow Read more…

Primaries in Two Swing States
Candidates focused on results in Florida this week; Credit: Paul Sancya/AP Images.
17 Mar
2016
Written by David Martin

Primaries in Two Swing States »

A Look at Delegates

In reading about candidate victories in various states, you may have noticed the growing tally of how many delegates Read more…

Super Tuesday Results
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2 Mar
2016
Written by David Martin

Super Tuesday Results »

Tuesday evening, citizens across the United States in both political parties cast primary  and caucus ballots. Because so many states were involved, this single day collection of primary results is traditionally called Super Tuesday. Winning big on this day, across several regions of the country can solidify a presidential hopeful's campaign and set that candidate [...]
Learn More About Hillary Clinton
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks in New York. Credit: Bryan R. Smith/AP Images.
17 Feb
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Learn More About Hillary Clinton »

Earlier in the campaign, Election Central did a profile of Democrat Bernie Sanders. While much has been written about his opponent, Hillary Read more…

New Hampshire Happenings
Deanne Rubinoff, left, and son Jackson, wait with other supporters for Donald Trump at a Manchester, NH rally. Credit: © David Goldman/AP Images.
10 Feb
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

New Hampshire Happenings »

Last month, Election Central laid out the differences between a caucus and a primary. Now that we’ve had the first of each Read more…

After Iowa: Who Won, Who’s Out, What’s Next
Attendees listen at a Trump campaign stop in Milford, New Hampshire. Credit: © Matt Rourke/AP Images
4 Feb
2016
Written by David Martin

After Iowa: Who Won, Who’s Out, What’s Next »

Last week, Election Central explained how the Iowa caucus works. Now that you understand how it functions, lets take a look at how the events on the campaign trail have shaken down in recent days. Then we'll see what’s ahead on the political horizon. RepublicansDemocrats A Trumpless Debate Just days before Iowa citizens began their caucus, the [...]
Entering 2016: Candidates Go All In (or out)
Republican Senator Ted Cruz speaks at a campaign stop in Iowa, © Nati Harnik/AP Images.
12 Jan
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Entering 2016: Candidates Go All In (or out) »

Just when you thought there couldn’t be any more media coverage of the U.S. presidential election, the volume is going to be turned Read more…