As we head into the final weekend of a fascinating 2026 midterm campaign, I have some questions.Beyond who wins and who loses, the answers could tell us a great deal about where American politics is headed.Read the rest of this columnTalking Points is my analysis of the political landscape, written only for Political Wire members.Talking Points analysisNo ads on any pageTrending News, the Polling Dashboard and the Political CalendarInside Elections and Ballot Access NewsThe Trial Balloon podcastSee membership plansAlready a member? Sign in