Introduction: The Political Topography of a Republican Stronghold Virginia’s 6th Congressional District (VA-06), a sprawling territory encompassing much of the Shenandoah Valley and the Roanoke Valley, represents one of the most formidable Republican strongholds in the Commonwealth. Any political analysis of the district must begin with an objective acknowledgment of this reality. Key Statistics: The…

I. Introduction: From the Bullhorn to Big Data The history of modern American political campaigning can be charted through a series of discrete, named, and internally developed strategic and technological innovations. These are not merely jargon; they represent fundamental shifts in how campaigns understand the electorate, allocate resources, and construct victory. From the analog nerve…