Party registration requirements have no effect on general election procedures. At general elections, all voters receive exactly the same ballot and may vote for any candidate whose name appears on it, without regard to the political affiliation of the candidate or the voter. The poll worker shall then record in the poll book the elector's choice. Democrats have a seat advantage heading into the election. In the elections Republicans enjoyed sweeping gains across the country and in particular in southern states.
The top 10 contributors were: [21]. The top 10 donors were: [22]. Elections were held in all 40 of New Jersey 's senate districts on November 8, The primary election filing deadline for all candidates was April 11, at 4 p. New Jersey's primary was held on June 7, New Jersey has 40 legislative districts, leaving 80 possible primaries in each chamber -- 40 Democratic and 40 Republican.
In the General Assembly , a contested primary features at least 3 candidates since the top-2 vote getters advance to the general election.
There were only 9 contested primaries out of the 80 primaries in the Senate. In the General Assembly , only 15 of the 80 primaries were contested. Note : In , only the General Assembly held elections. Senators are elected to four-year terms except in the year after redistricting , like , when they receive two-year terms. As of March 23 , the voter registration totals in New Jersey are as follows: [25]. The last time both chambers held elections -- in -- a total of 1,, ballots were cast out of the 4,, registered voters.
Heading into the election, the partisan breakdown in New Jersey's two chambers is:. The top 10 donors were: [26]. The top 10 donors were: [27]. Elections were held in all 40 of Virginia 's senate districts on November 8, The signature filing deadline for Democratic and Republican candidates was June 15, at 5 p.
Virginia's primary was rescheduled to August 23, instead of its usual date of June 14, [30] [31]. There are a total of 40 districts in the Virginia State Senate , meaning that normally there would be 80 primaries. However, some districts use a caucus or convention rather than a primary to decide which candidate to send to the general election.
Of these 63 primaries, only 9 are contested Democrats : Districts 7, 12, 13, 15, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 38, Republicans : Districts 6, 17, 25, 29, 38, There are a total of districts in the Virginia House of Delegates , meaning that normally there would be primaries. Of these primaries, only 7 are contested 4.
Democrats : Districts 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 25, 31, 32, 33, 50, 51, 56, 57, 59, 67, 72, 73, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, Republicans : Districts 1, 3, 15, 26, 47, 59, 64, 75, The top 10 donors were: [33]. The top 10 donors were: [34]. He defeated several opponents, including former Vice-President Abubakar, a northerner, who had returned to the PDP in Abubakar had urged PDP members to respect the alternation of power between north and south.
Although the elections were initially scheduled for January, in November the Independent National Election Commission INEC announced that parliamentary elections would be held on 2 April , to be followed by presidential elections a week later. According to the INEC, more time was needed to revise the voters' roll. The country suffers frequent black-outs and produces only 4, megawatts of electricity, far below the 10, megawatts that the government says are needed for the country's industrialization.
In , 56 parties fielded parliamentary candidates. At stake were seats in the House of Representatives and in the Senate. In addition, 20 candidates were running in the presidential elections. Buhari CPC , who drew his support from the north, Mr.
The PDP pledged to uphold its policies and build a modern democratic State founded on "justice, equity and fair play". It promised to be committed to democracy, good governance, freedom, human rights and human dignity.
The ACN promised to improve the people's well-being and issued a manifesto focusing on human and economic development. Congress special elections Governors State executives State legislatures Ballot measures State judges Municipal officials School boards. How do I update a page? Election results. Privacy policy About Ballotpedia Disclaimers Login. Republican pickup winners: Fred Mills, Jr. Senator Dave Cox R passed away on July 13, Cox died after a year struggle with prostate cancer. Cox was Patrick Nunnelee R resigned November 15, after being elected to U.
Because of Nancy Adams Collins' victory, Republicans retained control of the District 6 seat to preserve the tie. Steven Palazzo R resigned November 15, after being elected to U. Since no candidate received a majority of the vote, the race proceeded to a runoff between the top contenders on February 1, Casey Eure R won election in the runoff. Lamb announced he would resign his seat on January Robert Hurt R was elected to the U.
House of Representatives. Morgan Griffith R was elected to the U. Larry Noble Republican Senator from D. His resignation caused Governor Terry E. Branstad to schedule a special election to fill the vacancy. Troy Hebert independent resigned in November to become Louisiana's alcohol and tobacco control commissioner. Cedric Richmond D won election to the U. Congress in the November 2, , general election.
Robert Donatucci D , who held the seat for 32 years, died November 9, Also, registered residents of Colwyn and Darby Borough and residents of Darby Township Wards 1 and 2 were also eligible to vote.
Tony Sellier R died on November 30, , of congestive heart failure. He had won re-election in the November 2, , general election. A special Democratic primary was held February 1, Her name remained on the ballot and she was re-elected. A special election primary was held on February 15, Since Lieu received more than 50 percent of the vote, the April 19 runoff was averted. The filing deadline for candidates was January 3, Eight candidates were certified for the February 15 open primary.
State Senator George Runner R resigned on December 21, , in order take a position on the Board of Equalization, which assisted in the implementation of Proposition Runner resigned in order to allow the governor to hold both the District 17 and District 28 elections on April 19, Thomas Gaffey D left office after pleading guilty to misdemeanor larceny charges. David D. A special election was held February 22 to elect a replacement. John C. Geragosian D resigned to serve as a state auditor.
Deborah Heinrich D resigned to serve as an advocate for social service agencies. Christopher Caruso D resigned to serve as Dan Malloy's on housing, urban initiatives, and smart growth. Yvonne Wilson D announced her resignation on November 2, , effective December 31, Wilson, 81, cited a desire to spend more time at home and a need for younger leadership as reasons for her retirement.
Nola Wood and Shalonn Curls were certified as candidates. Frederica Wilson D resigned after being elected to the U. A special election primary was held on February 8. Oscar Braynon D resigned to seek Frederica Wilson's vacated senate seat. A special election primary was held February 8. Since no Republicans filed, the election was decided in the primary. Republican Candidate: No Republican candidates filed.
Since Simmons won with a majority of the vote, the race did not proceed to a March 22 runoff. Everett McLeod, Sr. R died on December 20, Parties needed to nominate their candidates by January 27 to qualify for the March 1 ballot.
Diane Black R was elected to U. Congress on November 2, Her district 18 seat was not up for election in Thus, a special election was held to replace her. The qualifying deadline was December 9. The general election took place on March 8.
Ulysses Jones, Jr. D died November 9, , from complications of pneumonia. Since no Republicans filed to run, Parkinson won the election.
Tom Gear R resigned citing his personal health problems and those of his family. Three Republicans have declared their candidacy. Republican Candidate: Gordon Helsel [83]. Republican candidate for District 24, Keith Crass , died shortly before the election.
Despite his passing, he was elected to the seat. Attorney General Dustin McDaniel concluded that term-limited incumbent Rick Saunders D could remain in office, but Saunders decided to resign his position. Nominees were selected by party convention.
Michael O'Pake D passed away on December 27 due to complications arising from a heart bypass operation. A special election was held March 16, , to select a replacement. Fred Mills, Jr. R won the special election held on January 22, , to fill State Senate District A special election primary was held on April 2, A runoff was scheduled for April 30,
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