Rice Political Scientists to Examine Historic 2026 Midterms

Rice University

Democrats made historic gains in the 2026 midterm elections, reclaiming control of Congress and winning statewide races in Texas for the first time in more than three decades. The results also revealed significant shifts among Latino voters, raising questions about the changing political landscape and what comes next.

Rice University's Department of Political Science will host a post-midterm election panel Nov. 11 featuring professors John Alford, Kenneth Lowande and Tanika Raychaudhuri. Moderated by professor Alec Arellano, the discussion will examine the 2026 election results and their implications for the political landscape.
Rice University's Department of Political Science will host a post-midterm election panel Nov. 11 featuring professors John Alford, Kenneth Lowande and Tanika Raychaudhuri. Moderated by professor Alec Arellano, the discussion will examine the 2026 election results and their implications for the political landscape.

Rice University political scientists will examine these developments and their implications during a post-midterm election panel Nov. 11.

The discussion will feature professors John Alford, Kenneth Lowande and Tanika Raychaudhuri, with professor Alec Arellano serving as moderator.

WHAT: 2026 Post-Midterm Election Panel

WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 5-6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Room 301, Sewall Hall, Rice University

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