Stuart Rothenberg

Stuart Rothenberg is an American political analyst, commentator and journalist who has covered U.S. politics since 1980. He founded and served as editor of The Rothenberg Political Report (later renamed Inside Elections), which became one of the most respected non-partisan political newsletters in American politics. As a political pundit, Rothenberg has appeared regularly on major news networks including NBC, CBS, CNN, and PBS NewsHour. His analysis and commentary have been featured in publications like The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, where he contributed as a columnist. Rothenberg previously served as a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and worked as a political analyst for CBS News. He holds a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Connecticut and has taught at Bucknell University and Catholic University of America. His reputation stems from his detailed analysis of congressional and gubernatorial campaigns, as well as his accurate electoral predictions. The Rothenberg Political Report was particularly noted for its comprehensive coverage of House, Senate and gubernatorial races, becoming an essential resource for journalists, campaign professionals and political observers.

Political professionals and news readers recognize Rothenberg for accurate election analysis and forecasting. His newsletter subscribers value his data-driven predictions and non-partisan approach. What readers liked: - Detailed analysis of individual races - Clear explanations of complex political dynamics - Specific numerical ratings for election forecasts - Factual reporting without partisan bias What readers disliked: - Newsletter subscription costs viewed as expensive - Some found writing style dry and technical - Analysis occasionally too cautious in making definitive predictions Ratings are limited since Rothenberg's work was primarily through his subscription newsletter and media appearances rather than books. His columns in Roll Call and other publications regularly generated reader engagement, with many citing his careful methodology and thorough research of local political conditions. A former subscriber noted: "Rothenberg provided granular district-by-district analysis when other outlets only covered high-profile races."

The Political Report - A newsletter-style periodical publication providing analysis of congressional races, gubernatorial campaigns, and presidential elections from 1989-2016.

The Congressional Elections of 1978 - A factual examination of the 1978 elections in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, including electoral data and outcome analysis.

The Evangelical Voter (co-authored with Richard Zwelling) - An analysis of evangelical Christian voting patterns and political behavior in American elections during the 1980s.

Charlie Cook analyzes U.S. election trends and political data through detailed district-level breakdowns. Like Rothenberg, he specializes in non-partisan electoral forecasting and assessment of congressional races.

Larry Sabato writes extensively about American political campaigns and voting patterns at both state and national levels. His work focuses on election predictions and historical electoral trends.

Nathan Gonzales provides analysis of congressional and gubernatorial races with an emphasis on candidate recruitment and campaign dynamics. His approach to political forecasting draws from on-the-ground reporting and demographic data.

Amy Walter examines voter behavior and electoral shifts through detailed polling analysis and demographic research. She specializes in identifying emerging political trends and their impact on election outcomes.

Rhodes Cook concentrates on historical election patterns and statistical analysis of voting data. His work includes comprehensive studies of primary elections and voter turnout trends across multiple election cycles.