The Democratic surge on Election Day is expected to lead to New Yorkers occupying the top echelons of power in the U.S. government. The state could benefit. More

Support for the major parties — led by two men called Chris — is cratering, thanks to dissatisfaction with the economy. Minor parties stand to benefit from a desire among voters for change. More

In country after country stricken by democratic decay, overwhelming turnout in elections is making a difference. More

How an unpopular president and an unpopular war provided an opening for Democrats to make sweeping gains in the midterms. More

Ezra Klein and Aaron Retica react to the Democratic Party’s major midterm victory. More