Election Day Guide in the Bronx and Beyond

The midterm elections have arrived, and the Republicans look likely to capture the House and make big gains in the Senate. It could be a very bad day for President Obama and the Democrat Party. On its website, the Washington Post has published an interactive map, showing the key battles in each state.

Here's how the statewide races shape up in New York:

In the race for governor, Andrew Cuomo (Democrat, Working Families Party, Independent), the current attorney general, faces Carl Paladino (Republican, Conservative) and five other candidates.

Incumbent Senator Charles Schumer (D, WF, Independent) faces Jay Townsend (R) and Celia Clark (Green).

Incumbent Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D, WF, I) faces Joe DioGuardi (R, C), and several other candidates.

In the race for state attorney general, Eric Schneiderman (D, WF, I), a state senator who serves parts  of Riverdale and northern Manhattan, faces Dan Donovan (R, C).
 
Thomas DiNapoli (D, WF), the incumbent state comptroller, is being challenged by Harry Wilson (R), Julia Willbrand (G) and John Gaetani (Libertarian).

The attorney general and comptroller's races are expected to be competitive; the others, not so much, with big wins for Democrats predicted.

With the exception of State Senator Pedro Espada, Jr., who was defeated in September's primary by Gustavo Rivera, no incumbent Bronx Democrats are likely to lose their seats (what with the high number of registered Dems in the borough). The party is, however, in danger of losing the Senate in Albany, which could have massive implications for Cuomo's agenda (assuming he wins).  

The polls opened at 6 a.m. and will close at 9 p.m. To find out where to vote, click here or call 1-866-VOTE-NYC. Depending on where you live in the Bronx, here's who you'll see on the ballot when it come to local races: