Duckworth and Rubio Score Early Election Wins

The transcript discusses the AP's projections for the 2016 elections, highlighting Duckworth's projected win in the Illinois Senate race and Marco Rubio's retention of his Senate seat in Florida. It also mentions the AP's projection of Washington DC going for Hillary Clinton. The importance of the Illinois Senate race for the Democrats is emphasized, as they aim to gain more seats. The Florida race, initially a toss-up, saw Rubio returning to the Senate after a widened lead in the final days.

Who did the AP project to win the Illinois Senate seat?

• Marco Rubio

• Mark Kirk

• Hillary Clinton

• Tammy Duckworth

Which area did the AP project would vote for Hillary Clinton?

• Florida

• Washington DC

• Illinois

• Texas

Why was the Illinois Senate race significant for the Democrats?

• They needed to gain four or more seats.

• It was the only race they were contesting.

• They had no interest in this race.

• It was a safe seat for them.

What was notable about Marco Rubio's decision to run for the Senate again?

• He was forced to run by his party.

• He initially decided not to run.

• He had always planned to run.

• He was running for the first time.

How did the race for Marco Rubio's Senate seat change as the campaign progressed?

• It was uncontested.

• It became less competitive.

• It remained a safe seat.

• It turned into a toss-up.