Not every well-known politician chooses to run for higher office. Sometimes the most revealing story in an election is not who enters the race, but who stays out of it. From timing and resources to incumbency and open-seat opportunities, choosing not to run is often a political calculation of its own.
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Can AAPI Become a Real Political Force?
As the Asian American population continues to grow, AAPI is becoming increasingly important in American politics. Yet the key question may not be which party Asian Americans support, but whether AAPI can sustain meaningful political cooperation as its internal diversity and competing interests continue to expand. The 2026 midterms may offer an important test of the maturity of Asian American coalition politics.
