I don't think it's restricted to the odd, occasional, off-year location election. This is a way of life in some of those communities.
People in that district will be looking for a change and a way to show with their votes they want to move in a new direction after Cunningham.
I can guarantee you that the parties are going to absolutely flood that district with money.
As far as others in his party are concerned, Simmons' district is highly competitive and in a strong Democratic year, it could easily be lost. ... These favors are done for Simmons simply to save the seat.