The Cook Political Report moved 11 House race ratings on Oct. 16. Every change favored Democrats.
- 11 House races shifted, all in Democrats' direction.
- Half of the changes are in Ohio, Nebraska and Kansas.
- All three states also have competitive Senate races, Cook says.
Why it matters: Cook says Republicans' problems are sharpest in Midwestern red states. It ties that to voter frustration over economic issues.
- Cook says voters fault both federal and state governments on the economy.
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