The Topline: The Independence of Independents
The ranks of political independents continue to swell in Massachusetts, while the number of Democrats and Republicans remains roughly steady. Younger voters are choosing to remain “unenrolled” when they register to vote, rather than choosing a political party. The result is an increasing tilt toward the “unenrolled,” as they are called here, who now make up 55 percent of the state’s voter rolls.
The Topline: Where is Charlie on the M(B)TA?
The results of our new MBTA poll for WBUR. Plus, tackling the problem of fabricated data in surveys.
Launching Today: Poll Vault and the WBUR Tracking Poll
Weekly polling and data-driven analysis of the 2014 elections.
WBUR Poll: Uptick in casino support after decision to place question on ballot
Fifty-six percent supported casinos in Massachusetts; meanwhile, all three Democrats make gains against Charlie Baker.
With convention approaching, Coakley, Berwick report strong fundraising
With delegates preparing to gather next week, Martha Coakley turned in the highest fundraising figures among Democrats, followed by Don Berwick.
WBUR Poll: Coakley maintains lead in Democratic primary
Coakley leads Republican Charlie Baker by 9 points, down from previous polls
WBUR poll: Coakley leads gubernatorial race; Markey looks strong
Coakley has leads in both the Democratic primary and the general election against Charlie Baker.
MAGov '14 fundraising update: February
February may be the shortest month, but gubernatorial candidates are continuing to rake in the cash. Here's where the money race stands this month.
Going the distance
Which towns are becoming bluer and redder than the state as a whole, over time?
MPG for WBUR: Coakley Strong In Early Phase of Governor’s Race
Both Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker appear to have rebounded from their previous defeats.
Treasure Map: Where are MAGov candidates finding their cash?
Which zips have been most generous to the gubernatorial hopefuls -- and which have given nothing at all?
Baker starts late, but dough rises fast
Baker's 2013 fundraising total is all the more impressive given that it was all raised in the last third of the year.
MAGov '14: Where is the money coming from?
Whose donors are in-state, and whose are from elsewhere, in the governor's race so far.
Small donors: nice sound bite, not much money
The reality is that, small donors aside, every campaign needs big checks to keep the lights on, staff paid, and ads running.