Jim Ellis

Jim Ellis

Jim Ellis was born and raised in Sacramento, California. He earned a B. A. in Political Science from the University of California at Davis in 1979. Jim raised his daughter, Jacqueline, alone after his wife died following a tragic car accident. He helped establish the Joan Ellis Victims Assistance Network in Rochester, NH. Jim also is a member of the Northern Virginia Football Officials Association, which officiates high school games throughout the region.
Commentary: The Open Primary Effect
Commentary: The Open Primary Effect
February 25, 2020
The open primary, as it relates to Super Tuesday, means that Republicans and Independents will be able, if they so choose, to influence the...
Commentary: New House Census Projections
Commentary: New House Census Projections
January 2, 2020
Texas is poised to gain new congressional districts.
Commentary: Super Tuesday Senate Primaries
Commentary: Super Tuesday Senate Primaries
November 25, 2019
In early March, some important Senate primaries will take place along with the presidential primary contest.
Commentary: O’Rourke Out
Commentary: O’Rourke Out
November 4, 2019
For the same financial reasons that O’Rourke left, it will be difficult for many of the lower-tier Democratic candidates to continue.
Commentary: Lone Star Status
Commentary: Lone Star Status
September 26, 2019
Texas is going to be the key to determining whether the Republicans will have a chance to reclaim the U.S. House majority.
Commentary: Impeachment Politics
Commentary: Impeachment Politics
September 25, 2019
While it might sound good in Washington, impeachment proceedings might not be welcome at home for some congressmen.
Commentary: The Committed Choices
Commentary: The Committed Choices
August 20, 2019
Bernie Sanders is still a force in the 2020 race for the Democratic Party nomination.
Commentary: And Now, Marchant
Commentary: And Now, Marchant
August 6, 2019
With the announcement of Congressman Marchant's retirement, there are now 16 open seats in the House.
Commentary: Another Open House Seat
Commentary: Another Open House Seat
July 30, 2019
Texas’ 4th District begins at Texarkana on the Texas/Arkansas border and moves west—north of Dallas along the Red River and Oklahoma state line.
Commentary: Pete Olson’s Retirement
Commentary: Pete Olson’s Retirement
July 26, 2019
With Olson’s retirement, the 22nd District moves from the strong challenger category to a top national target for both parties.
Commentary: Wendy Davis to Challenge Rep. Roy
Commentary: Wendy Davis to Challenge Rep. Roy
July 23, 2019
There is no question the money will fly for this impending campaign that will attract national media coverage.
Commentary: Texas Polling vs. Delegates
Commentary: Texas Polling vs. Delegates
June 6, 2019
While Mr. Biden may be leading in the Texas polls, it doesn't necessarily guarantee him runaway support within the delegate count.