Midterm Elections

Midterm elections occur exactly two years after a presidential election.

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During midterms, every seat in the House of Representatives and two-thirds of the seats in the Senate are open.

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Midterm elections have the potential to impact legislative and executive agendas.

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It's beneficial for Representatives and Senators to be surrounded by colleagues from their opposing political party to accomplish their goals.

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The political party in control of either chamber of Congress during midterms is called the minority party.

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Presidents often find it easier to get legislation passed when working with a Congress controlled by their own political party.

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Congress can turn bills into laws without the president's approval.

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Midterm elections are sometimes referred to as a "referendum" on the presidency.

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Legislators from the president's party are more likely to gain seats during a midterm election.

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A government divided, where different parties control the legislative and executive branches, can result in less need for compromise across party lines.

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