As the November elections approach, competitive races are emerging across the United States. In New Hampshire, the gubernatorial race features Republican Kelly Ayotte and Democrat Joyce Craig, with debates on taxes and women's reproductive rights. In Colorado's House District 18, Republican Jim Boelens Jr. and Democrat Amy Paschal are contesting with a focus on election integrity and the economy. Absentee voting trends in Maine show Democrats leading, but Republicans are closing the gap in the 2nd Congressional District. Nationally, third-party candidates like Jill Stein and Chase Oliver may influence tight races by drawing votes away from major party candidates, potentially impacting the Electoral College.