The 11 Midterm Races That Could Shape the Progressive Movement’s Future
Topics: 2026 Midterm Elections
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- NYT reports: “The left says its populist message can attract moderates and conservatives in addition to liberals. That theory will be put to the test in a series of competitive races on Election Day.”
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