Two big North Country political questions we’ll be answering Tuesday

Voters will answer at least two big questions for the North Country on Tuesday.

Question One: Is the region still a bright red Republican stronghold?

Voter registration numbers say yes, but recent voting patterns suggest a shift. If Democratic incumbent Kirsten Gillibrand walks away from Sandy Treadwell — despite his $5+million investment — then it would be official.

The region would be purple, trending toward light blue.

Question Two: Which North Country state Senator is in the majority in Albany?

Right now, Republican Senator Betty Little is a major player in Albany — after suffering for years as an Assemblywoman in the minority.

Democratic Senator Darrel Aubertine, meanwhile, has complained recently about his mistreatment at the hands of majority Republican leaders.

If control of the Senate flips, these two lawmakers also see their fortunes flip.

Little’s influence — already diminished somewhat by the departure of George Pataki — will take a big hit. Aubertine’s will grow.