This is a set of numbers I’ve also been following - and read Rove’s article. Also - the aggregate he used matches what happens when you add it up from the spreadsheets from individual counties. (Rove’s not wrong.)
That said, I only post this for one reason: As of last week, emailing friends, I had to keep saying ‘virtually overcomes the entire 2008 early lead’ because the net dem loss was about 257K, just short.
Alas!!!! The net loss for Dems in early voting and absentees as of this morning actually overcame the 2008 winning margin. Something like 263K to 262.4.
You are now free to use one word like “obliterated” rather than having to hedge with phrases like “virtually overcame.”
lol Well said. That should put it in perspective for people.
Thank you, Hannibal. Good to see that trend was continuing. I was a little concerned there would be a late rush that somewhat negated the previous direction.