Tag: democratic_primary
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Media Monitor: Colorado Democrats Select Weiser in Governor Primary
The Washington Post reports Colorado Democrats chose state AG Phil Weiser over Sen. Michael Bennet in the governor primary, signaling an anti-D.C. tilt and a desire for a strong challenger to President Donald Trump.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionState GovernmentsFederal Government ColoradoDemocratic PrimaryPhil WeiserMichael BennetGovernorDonald TrumpPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Mamdani-backed candidates win New York House primaries
The Washington Post is reporting that all three Mamdani-backed candidates secured victories in New York City's U.S. House Democratic primaries, unseating two incumbents in the process.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionCongress New YorkU.S. HouseDemocratic primaryBrad LanderDan GoldmanDarializa Avila ChevalierAdriano EspaillatThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: State Assemblyman Micah Lasher Projected to Win Democratic Primary
The Washington Post is reporting that Micah Lasher is projected to win the Democratic primary in New York, replacing Rep. Jerrold Nadler, a race that drew national attention.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsCongressElection Micah LasherDemocratic primaryNew YorkJerrold NadlerJack SchlossbergGeorge ConwayPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Adrian Boafo Wins Maryland Democratic Primary
The Washington Post reports Adrian Boafo won Maryland's Democratic primary to replace Rep. Steny Hoyer. The campaign saw nearly $11 million in spending from cryptocurrency and pro-Israel interests, with significant super PAC support for Boafo.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessElectionDemocratic PartyGeneral PoliticsFinancial Markets Adrian BoafoMarylandDemocratic PrimarySteny HoyerSuper PACsCryptocurrencyPro-IsraelThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: D.C. Council Member Wins Democratic Primary for Congressional Seat
The Washington Post is reporting that D.C. Council member Robert C. White Jr. won the Democratic primary, positioning him to succeed retiring House Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyCongressElectionFederal Government Robert C. White Jr.Eleanor Holmes NortonWashington D.C.Democratic primaryCongressional seatPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Janeese Lewis George Leads D.C. Mayoral Primary, Post-Schar School Poll Finds
The Washington Post is reporting that democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George leads the D.C. mayoral primary by 11 points over Kenyan R. McDuffie, according to a Post-Schar School poll.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyEducationElectionState Governments Janeese Lewis GeorgeD.C. MayorWashington PostDemocratic PrimaryWashington D.C.Kenyan R. McDuffiePublic SchoolsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Turek Wins Iowa Democratic Senate Primary
The Washington Post is reporting that Josh Turek, backed by the Democratic establishment, won the Iowa Senate primary, defeating progressive Zach Wahls.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionState Governments Josh TurekZach WahlsIowaDemocratic primarySenate raceMichiganMinnesotaThe Washington Post
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PolitiFact Checks Michigan Democratic Senate Candidates' Debate Claims
PolitiFact scrutinizes claims by Michigan Democratic Senate candidates El-Sayed, McMorrow, and Stevens on campaign finance, trade war impact, and job creation from the SOAR fund, revealing nuances and inaccuracies in their debate statements.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyElection Michigan Senate RaceDemocratic PrimaryFact-checkingCampaign FinanceTrade PolicyEconomic DevelopmentMichigan
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Media Monitor: Los Angeles Times Reports Newsom Eyeing 2028 Presidential Run
The Los Angeles Times reports that California Governor Gavin Newsom is likely planning a presidential run in 2028, as evidenced by his recent trip to South Carolina, which holds one of the earliest Democratic presidential primaries.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentMedia Bias Gavin Newsom2028 Presidential ElectionSouth CarolinaDemocratic PrimaryPoliticsCaliforniaLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Walkinshaw wins Virginia primary to replace Rep. Connolly
The Washington Post reports James Walkinshaw, ex-chief of staff for the late Rep. Gerry Connolly, won the Democratic primary for Virginia's 11th Congressional District in a race testing antiestablishment sentiment.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressDemocratic PartyElections James WalkinshawGerry ConnollyVirginia 11th Congressional DistrictDemocratic primaryStewart WhitsonFairfax CountyThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports on New York City Mayoral Primary
TIME Magazine reports that early voting is underway in New York City's Democratic primary for mayor. Voters will be able to rank multiple candidates after the city adopted ranked-choice voting in a 2019 referendum.
Politics and GovernmentNew YorkLawSocial IssuesMedia New York CityDemocratic primaryAndrew CuomoZohran MamdaniEric AdamsRanked-choice votingCurtis SliwaTIME magazine