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QBERT 2026 NFL quarterback ratings

QBERT 2026 NFL quarterback ratings

Our advanced statistical ratings on every quarterback’s past, present, and future are back for the new NFL season.

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Democrats just got one seat closer to retaking the House

Democrats just got one seat closer to retaking the House

Missouri’s new old map has diminished Republicans’ redistricting gains.

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Beware big swings in midterm forecasts

Beware big swings in midterm forecasts

As Labor Day approaches, we’re entering the traditional stretch run of the campaign. But history says the national picture probably won’t change much before Election Day.

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Announcing “Still Counting” with Galen Druke and Clare Malone

Announcing “Still Counting” with Galen Druke and Clare Malone

Our new podcast launches soon, and Silver Bulletin readers helped make it possible.

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A tour of the 9 key governor races

A tour of the 9 key governor races

Democrats are almost certain to govern more Americans than Republicans, but can they flip swing states like Georgia?

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Do I really buy that Texas could turn blue?

Do I really buy that Texas could turn blue?

Some of the skepticism about James Talarico’s chances amounts to superstition. But I have one lingering concern about our forecast in Texas.

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A tour of the 48 key House races

A tour of the 48 key House races

In the Northeast, Midwest and West, it’s almost all upside for Democrats. But redistricting will hand Republicans some seats in the South.

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Are Democrats on a summer sugar high?

Are Democrats on a summer sugar high?

They’re polling surprisingly strongly in some Senate races. But should you bet on those numbers falling back to earth? Plus, some quick thoughts on Alaska and Florida.

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Why does everyone hate data centers?

Why does everyone hate data centers?

My chat with Jasmine Sun about what role data centers could play in the midterms, how the backlash caught Silicon Valley by surprise — and why Claude can be so weird.

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A tour of the 7 key Senate races

A tour of the 7 key Senate races

There’s a 71 percent chance this is where control of the chamber is decided.

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Prediction markets aren't magic

My chat with Galen Druke on Wisconsin, models, polls and prediction markets.

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Everything is breaking Democrats’ way. Is it enough to win the Senate?

Everything is breaking Democrats’ way. Is it enough to win the Senate?

Our midterms model finds that polls, fundamentals and history all point toward a strong Democratic year. The House is theirs to lose, but winning four Senate seats is still a tall order.

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FLIPR 2026 midterm election forecast

FLIPR 2026 midterm election forecast

Silver Bulletin's prediction for every Senate, House, and gubernatorial election in 2026.

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How FLIPR forecasts the midterm elections

How FLIPR forecasts the midterm elections

And what changes we've made to the model for 2026.

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What to make of Michigan

What to make of Michigan

Abdul El-Sayed’s apparent victory is a big win for the left — but a disaster for polling and a case study in poor expectations management.

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What Trump's latest slump means for the midterms

What Trump's latest slump means for the midterms

Could anything save Republicans in the House? Plus, previewing tomorrow’s Michigan primary. And our midterms model is coming soon!

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Goodbye, Iowa. Hello, Michigan. Which Democratic primaries will matter most in 2028?

Goodbye, Iowa. Hello, Michigan. Which Democratic primaries will matter most in 2028?

South Carolina will vote first, which could help moderates. But Michigan and Virginia may hold the real power.

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What is agency — and how can you get more of it?

What is agency — and how can you get more of it?

My interview with Cate Hall about her new book, "You Can Just Do Things."

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The DSA sweet spot: highly educated, downwardly mobile

The DSA sweet spot: highly educated, downwardly mobile

Education and economic security are usually correlated. But where the relationship breaks down is fertile territory for the new left.

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The World Cup champion will be one of the greatest teams ever

The World Cup champion will be one of the greatest teams ever

Spain is chasing a historic streak. Argentina is chasing back-to-back titles. Whoever wins Sunday will join the highest tier in international soccer history.

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Can the establishment stop Abdul El-Sayed?

Can the establishment stop Abdul El-Sayed?

Haley Stevens has rebounded since Mallory McMorrow dropped out. But polls of both the Michigan primary and the general election don't tell a consistent story.

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12 questions for the center-left

12 questions for the center-left

The center-left offers an alternative to both the left and the Democratic “establishment.” But it’s losing influence — and struggling to define itself.

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The Silver Bulletin World Cup quarterfinals preview

The Silver Bulletin World Cup quarterfinals preview

PELE’s forecast for the final eight: France leads a tight field, Argentina has the easiest path, and Norway has a real chance to crash the party.

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How popular is Donald Trump?

How popular is Donald Trump?

Silver Bulletin approval ratings for President Trump — and all presidents since Truman.

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Who’s ahead on the generic congressional ballot?

Who’s ahead on the generic congressional ballot?

Our constantly-updating tracker of polls for the most important indicator in the race for Congress.

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How popular is the Iran War?

How popular is the Iran War?

Silver Bulletin approval ratings for the ongoing conflict.

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The game theory of replacing Graham Platner

The game theory of replacing Graham Platner

20 thoughts on who really has the leverage in Maine — and what Democrats should do next.

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2026 World Cup: Knockout stage predictions

2026 World Cup: Knockout stage predictions

Who will win the 2026 World Cup? Odds for all 48 teams and 104 matches, powered by 100,000 simulations from PELE, Silver Bulletin's new soccer model.

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PELE International Football Rankings ⚽

PELE International Football Rankings ⚽

What happens when you blend 150+ years of soccer history with player market values into a brand-new model? Rankings, ratings and match projections for all 211 FIFA teams.

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Don't invest your political capital in sketchy people

Don't invest your political capital in sketchy people

Political parties don’t get to wait for courtroom certainty. Graham Platner has given Democrats far too many reasons to cut their losses.