The 2006 United States Senate election in Wyoming was held November 7, 2006, to elect a member of the United States Senate to represent the state of Wyoming. Republican two-term incumbent Craig Thomas defeated Democratic nominee Dale Groutage.
Primary elections were held on August 22, 2006. Thomas and Groutage secured their party's nominations unopposed.
Republican primary Candidates
Nominee Craig Thomas, incumbent U.S. senator (1995–2007)
Results
Democratic primary Candidates
Nominee Dale Groutage, engineer
Results
Background In 2006, Thomas maintained 68% favorability and was largely expected to win reelection due to Wyoming's red lean at the federal level.
General election Campaign Despite Thomas's significant lead in the polls, Thomas agreed to a debate. An October debate was sponsored by the Casper Star-Tribune and KCWY in Casper. Thomas said the nation has made progress in its energy policy, while Groutage said the nation's energy policy has failed because Congress has done more for special interests than the people.
Debates Complete video of debate, October 22, 2006
Predictions Source Ranking As of The Cook Political Report November 6, 2006 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 6, 2006 Rothenberg Political Report November 6, 2006 Real Clear Politics November 6, 2006
Polling Poll source Date(s)administered Samplesize Marginof error CraigThomas (R) DaleGroutage (D) Other UndecidedAspen Media & Market ResearchOctober 18–25, 2006– (LV)± 4.0%70%22%1%7%Mason-Dixon Polling & StrategyOctober 9–12, 2006425 (LV)± 4.0%67%26%–7%Rasmussen ReportsJuly 6, 2006500 (LV)± 4.5%59%32%–9%Rasmussen ReportsMay 8, 2006500 (LV)± 4.5%64%25%–11%
Results
Notes
See also 2006 United States elections 2006 Wyoming elections
References
External links Official campaign websites (archived) Craig Thomas (R) for Senate Dale Groutage (D) for Senate