Author: David Kerr

I am a long time political columnist (since 1993) and freelance writer. I have worked in campaigns (knocked on so many doors it's just one years long blur), in the US and UK. I have worked on Capitol Hill and for various executive branch agencies and organizations that work with Congress. I was in the Navy and was a twice elected member of my county school board. I try to be factual, fair and entertaining. Enjoy.

(The first column of 2021) Today’s unassembled Virginia GOP convention could prove a disaster

By David S. Kerr If the Virginia Republican Party was having a primary to choose its nominee for Governor, something it demurred from this year, there would be polls as well as a much more public presence for the GOP nominees as they seek the nomination.  That would make it a lot easier to make … Continue reading (The first column of 2021) Today’s unassembled Virginia GOP convention could prove a disaster →

13. “…Down to the Wire” – the Electoral College casts its votes…now what?

…Down to the Wire (a product of Morningside Communications (edited by David S. Kerr)) * The Electoral College officially casts its votes * 50 + 1 Legal Challenges to the Election – all flops * A word on the Texas Lawsuit * Why did the GOP gain so many new seats in the House? * … Continue reading 13. “…Down to the Wire” – the Electoral College casts its votes…now what? →

12. Down to the Wire…(Election 2020 may be over, but the drama continues)

“Down to the Wire… A product of Morningside Communications (Edited by David S. Kerr)  In this issue:  Georgia on my mind – What could make the two Senate seats go Democrat in the runoff?? – Will President Trump attend Joe Biden’s inauguration – “Depart and be done with you!!” – When it comes to the … Continue reading 12. Down to the Wire…(Election 2020 may be over, but the drama continues) →

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11. Down to the Wire – Post Election Report

“Down to the Wire…” A product of Morningside Communications Edited by David S. Kerr (with our London correspondent, Ross Duncan) What happened – just how wrong were the polls – a bad night for down ballot Democrats – our 2nd Catholic President – claims of fraud at the polls – and a word from our … Continue reading 11. Down to the Wire – Post Election Report →

9. “…Down to the Wire” – a lot to cover in this issue

Edited by David S. Kerr  A Product of Morningside Communications  In this Issue:  Does Donald Trump have mystical powers? Really, does he? – No October Surprises, so far anyway – North Carolina Senate race seemingly not bothered by texting scandal – Democrats rolling in dough – A Bridge too far? “Stick with the plan Joe” … Continue reading 9. “…Down to the Wire” – a lot to cover in this issue →

8. The President get COVID and the campaign gets weird, NC Senate Race, Long shot Senate Pickups and “Across the Pond.”

Our 8th Issue!!! Check us out on www.downtothewire.info “…Down to the Wire”  Edited by David S. Kerr.  A product of Morningside Communications  In this Issue:  Campaign 2020 enters the world of the weird – has President Trump’s new views on COVID and the pandemic hurt or helped him – Democrats seem to have lost their shot at North … Continue reading 8. The President get COVID and the campaign gets weird, NC Senate Race, Long shot Senate Pickups and “Across the Pond.” →

Issue #7: The Debate issue, Montana’s Senate race and more

By David S. Kerr A product of Morningside Communications (This week: The Debates (our special review) – the President’s “Say what” moment – who wants another debate (not me) – the Montana Senate Race is hot – Ohio tips very slightly Democratic – and a special from our London Correspondent comparing British general election debates … Continue reading Issue #7: The Debate issue, Montana’s Senate race and more →

Issue #6: D.C. can be a cruel place, the President’s Supreme Court pick and more

Edited by David S. Kerr  A product of Morningside Communications. (Issue #6)  (This week: The impact of the President Trump’s Supreme Court on the campaign – what about those strong Biden poll numbers in traditionally red states – a look at Dick Nixon’s 50 state campaign strategy in 1960 – and a take on America’s … Continue reading Issue #6: D.C. can be a cruel place, the President’s Supreme Court pick and more →

Issue #5: Biden in front in early voting, the presidential debates and more

Edited by David S. Kerr (A product of Morningside Communications)  (This week: Did Biden beat out Trump in swaying absentee voters by early TV spending – The Debates and what Joe Biden has to Prove – Why has it been hard for President Trump to keep control of the news cycles – and a British perspective … Continue reading Issue #5: Biden in front in early voting, the presidential debates and more →