primaries

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Monumental Upset Ushers In A New Era Of Democrats

In a stunning upset, 28-year-old political newcomer Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defeated Rep. Joe Crowley, a powerful house Democrat.
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The 'Year Of The Woman' Faces A Stiff Test In Nevada, And Other Races To Watch

Voters go to the polls on Tuesday in Nevada, South Carolina and Virginia.
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Maine Is About To Try Out A New Way Of Electing Politicians

For the first time, people across the state can rank the candidates they want to represent them in the general election.
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Thousands Voted For A Dead Gubernatorial Candidate In Alabama

But incumbent Gov. Kay Ivey secured the GOP nomination.
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Democrats Flip Missouri Senate Seat Long Held By GOP

It's the 42nd state legislative seat that Democrats have turned from red to blue during Donald Trump's presidency.
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Teacher Defeats Kentucky House Majority Leader In GOP Primary

The upset comes after widespread teacher protests over pension and education budget cuts.
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Stacey Abrams Wins Democratic Primary For Georgia Governor

If elected, the former party leader in the state legislature would be the nation’s first black female governor.
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Fighter Pilot Amy McGrath Wins Democratic Primary In Kentucky

McGrath's victory continues the success women and political newcomers have found in Democratic primaries.
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Congressional Republicans Who Want To Keep Their Jobs Probably Won’t Oppose Trump

The president is very popular among the Republican base -- which means GOP lawmakers have little incentive to challenge him.
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HUFFPOLLSTER: Marco Rubio, John McCain Face Challengers In Primaries

Both incumbents are expected to prevail, but will face tougher general election fights.
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