Stagnant Red, Surging Blue

An analysis of the 2026 vote shows that the increase in turnout over the 2022 election swung almost entirely in the Democrats’ favor.

Goldberg Wins; Burchett Survives

Democrats flipped the 18th District state House seat, while even victorious local Republicans saw a formidable blue wave erode their support.

In a rematch, Republican incumbent Elaine Davis again faces Democrat Bryan Goldberg.

After an active first term, Republican incumbent Elaine Davis faces Democrat Bryan Goldberg in Knox County’s most closely watched legislative race.