Democrats had great success in convincing new candidates to run in the state, but the rush of excitement created crowded races with some contenders campaigning aggressively against one another.
A disproportionate number of women running for Congress are running in House districts that are considered pretty safe for the other party to hold, whether Republican or Democrat.
The Black Lives Matter advocate entered the race on Wednesday night in a surprise move. Less than 24 hours later, he has raised almost $40,000 from nearly 700 donors.