2006 Midterm Elections

U.S. Midterm Elections First Test of New Voting Guidelines

Millions of Americans head to the polls November 7 to cast their votes for federal and local leaders. During the 2006 midterm elections, Americans will elect all 435 members of the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate's 100 members. Thirty-six states will elect governors. The outcome will affect which party controls Congress and how future laws are developed. (complete text)

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U.S. Election Day a Celebration of Political Activism

Bright balloons bob above a sea of rainbow-colored signs as loudspeakers blare music and announcements, and people in hats and shirts emblazoned with slogans hand out fliers, stickers and buttons. Election Day in the United States often arrives dressed as a carnival, ready to attract attention and excite voter interest. (complete text)

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Elections Could Result in Divided U.S. Government, Experts Say

The outcome of the November 7 midterm elections in the United States likely will affect the way domestic and foreign policy legislation is developed and approved by Congress, experts say. The Democrats must pick up 15 more seats than they currently hold in the U.S. House of Representatives to become the majority party. In the Senate, the Democrats need six more seats to gain control. (complete text)

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