The Republican Party had a net gain of 13 seats in the Senate and 57 seats in the House of Representatives, resulting in a transfer of control of both houses of Congress from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party. Democratic President Harry Truman could get very little cooperation from them and referred to them as the "Do Nothing Congress". The Democratic Party regained control of both houses two years later.
poll taxes were no longer permited
the 19th amendments
The net result of the 2006 congressional elections was a loss of six Senate seats and 30 House seats by the Republican Party, costing them their majority in both Houses.
In Texas there are four elections, which are Primary elections, General elections, Special elections and others.
A democracy.
direct elections
An election is competitive when two or more candidates run for an office. If only one candidate's name is on the ballot, it cannot be called competitive and the election result is a foregone conclusion. This happens in countries that are criticized for not having free elections.
Gerrymandering distorts the fairness of elections by allowing politicians to manipulate voting districts to their advantage. This can result in unequal representation and diminish the voice of certain groups of voters, undermining the democratic process.
The political system where those who have governmental authority get and retain authority directly or indirectly as a result of winning free elections is called Representative Democracy. Direct Democracy is when citizens assemble to discuss and pass laws and select their officials.
The most immediate result of Ngo Dinh Diem's refusal to hold elections in South Vietnam was the escalation of political tensions and unrest, leading to increased opposition against his regime. This defiance of the Geneva Accords, which called for national elections, contributed to the rise of the Viet Cong insurgency and intensified U.S. involvement in Vietnam. Diem's actions alienated many South Vietnamese, fostering dissent and undermining his government's legitimacy.
Limiting the frequency of elections could lead to increased political stability, as longer terms may reduce the volatility associated with frequent electoral cycles. However, it might also result in decreased accountability, as elected officials would have more time to distance themselves from voter concerns without the pressure of impending elections. Additionally, voter engagement could diminish, as citizens may feel less involved in the political process when elections are less frequent. Overall, the balance between stability and accountability would be a critical consideration.
It is an example of the coattail effect, or many people of a party being elected as a result of one popular candidate.