As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of the September Primary.The latest race we are featuring is in New Castle County.The Democratic primary in 5th State Senate District was expected to be a competitive race between two candidates who are active members in the community, but it recently drew even greater attention when Gov. Matt Meyer endorsed the challenger over the incumbent.Delaware Public Media’s Joe Irizarry takes a closer look at those candidates and the issues they’re focused on.

Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage. Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware' lone U.S. House seat and in this interview Republican John Whalen.

Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware' lone U.S. House seat and in this interview the Democratic incumbent, Congresswoman Sarah McBride.

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As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of the September Primary.The latest race we are featuring is in New Castle County. The Democratic primary in 9th House District finds a trio of Democrats making the case they can flip a seat left open by a Republican walking away after 12 years representing the districtDelaware Public Media’s Martin Matheny takes a closer look at the Democrats running and where they stand on key issues.

Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage. Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware' lone U.S. House seat and in this interview Republican Joseph Arminio.

Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage. Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware' lone U.S. House seat and in this interview Republican

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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage. Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware State Treasurer and in this interview Democrat Michael Smith.

As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of the September Primary.The latest race we are featuring is downstate - House District 36 – where incumbent Republican Bryan Shupe faces a primary challenge from a familiar face.Patrick Smith is trying to unseat Shupe for a third straight election cycle and Delaware Public Media’s Isreal Hale checked in with both candidates to see how their latest showdown is shaping up.