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The Red Ripple

The 2022 Midterm Elections and What They Mean for 2024

Kyle Kondik editor J Miles Coleman editor Carah Ong Whaley editor Professor Larry J Sabato editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:8th May '23

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This insightful book offers a deep dive into the 2022 midterm elections and their implications for future political landscapes. The Red Ripple provides expert analysis and commentary.

In The Red Ripple, political scientists, journalists, and election experts collaborate to provide a comprehensive examination of the 2022 midterm elections and their implications for future electoral politics. Larry Sabato, a prominent figure in American political analysis, leads a diverse group of respected journalists and academics in dissecting every aspect of this pivotal election cycle. The contributors, representing a wide range of perspectives, delve into the events that shaped the midterms, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the political landscape.

The book goes beyond mere headlines, exploring the underlying forces and shifts that influenced voter behavior and election outcomes. Each author contributes their unique insights, creating a rich tapestry of analysis that spans from the early stages of the election to its dramatic conclusion. Following Sabato’s introductory analysis, the contributors provide a thorough review of the key issues at play during the 2022 midterms, setting the stage for a forward-looking discussion on the upcoming 2024 presidential campaign.

The Red Ripple is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both students and general readers interested in the intricacies of American politics. By combining expert analysis with engaging prose, this book serves as an essential resource for understanding the implications of the recent elections and what they might mean for the future of governance in the United States.

The Red Ripple, edited by Sabato …. With contributions by several authors, this volume offers a good analysis of the 2022 elections. It discusses, among other things, why the predicted "red wave" of widespread Republican victories did not occur; the role of Donald Trump, particularly in the primaries; candidate quality among Republicans running for the Senate; the consequences of redistricting for the House, particularly in New York and Florida; and the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade on the campaigns and results…. good for upper-division and graduate courses. Recommended…. Advanced undergraduates and graduate students * Choice Reviews *

ISBN: 9781538176955

Dimensions: 223mm x 153mm x 15mm

Weight: 367g

274 pages