For The Record

Governing editors and political writers offer analysis of the state and local election results from the 2016 general election - with particular attention to Republican gains in governors' offices and state legislatures, plus a breakdown of key ballot initiatives. They also look forward to prospects and priorities for the 2018 midterms and even the 2020 general election. Zach Patton, Governing 's Executive Editor, moderates a discussion among: Alan Greenblatt, Staff Writer, Governing Lou Jacobson, Senior Correspondent, PolitiFact and regular Governing contributor Caroline Cournoyer, Senior Editor, Governing