- Kentucky is mostly Republican and right wing, which is what most would describe as a red state; around 60% of voters voted for Governor Romney in 2012.
- The Incumbent here is Republican senator Mitch McConnell, who is running against Democratic Kentucky Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes.
The Significance of the Race:
- This race is absolutely huge. Itt's unusual for Senate or House seats to seriously be contested in Kentucky, but with McConnell's approval ratings in the state low, it really presents an opportunity for the Democrats to seize control of a Senate seat in a state they usually wouldn't have much of a chance in; especially considering their attempt to hold on to control of the Senate this November.
Key Issues:
- One of the reasons Senator McConnell has been looked down upon recently by the public is that he is a large part (at least according to the more leftist media) of the recent gridlock that has been going on in Washington recently, as well as his tendency to be "the ultimate Washington insider". Grimes promises, however, to not just be Obama's candidate; but to work with both parties to "do what's right for Kentucky".
Polls:
- McConnell is slightly ahead of Grimes at the moment, with 48% of voters planning to back McConnell, and 43% on Grimes' side. 3% are voting for Libertarian David Patterson, and 6% have yet to make up their minds.
Potential Impact:
- As I said before, with McConnell's approval ratings in the low, the Democrats see a perfect opportunity to get a seat in a state the would normally expect not to have a chance in. This is crucial, since the Democrats are trying to hold their majority of the Senate, and ousting the minority leader could do wonders for the Democratic party should Grimes win.
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