The closure of a crucial Rhode Island bridge for safety reasons in 2023, and the traffic nightmare that followed, have dogged Gov. Dan McKee in the Democratic primary.
Category: Primaries and Caucuses
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This Governor Could Lose His Primary. A Bridge May Be to Blame.
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Ed Markey Defends Transgender Athletes in Massachusetts Senate Race
The New York Times – On the Runway:Senator Ed Markey of Massachusetts has emerged as a vocal defender of transgender rights as he tries to fend off a primary challenge from Representative Seth Moulton.
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Why The Florida Democrat Angie Nixon Chose Pink
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:What role did the color pink play in State Representative Angie Nixon’s surprising win in the Senate primary in Florida? Our chief fashion critic, Vanessa Friedman, examines the strategic choice.
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Poll Shows Josh Shapiro Leading Pennsylvania Governor’s Race
The New York Times – On the Runway:A New York Times/Philadelphia Inquirer/Siena poll found Gov. Josh Shapiro leading Stacy Garrity and having support in the state for a possible presidential bid.
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Why Polling Chaos Could Create Big Problems for American Politics
The New York Times – On the Runway:Bad polls. Misleading betting odds. Surveys meant to shape narratives. Ahead of the midterms and 2028, there is suddenly serious confusion about candidate strength and voter sentiment.
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‘I’m Not That Informed on National Security,’ Graham Says in South Carolina Debate
The New York Times – On the Runway:Senator Darline Graham made the remark in a debate against Representative Ralph Norman, her opponent in the runoff election to succeed her brother, Lindsey Graham. Here are five takeaways from the debate.
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Can Senator Ed Markey’s Progressive Politics Help Him Overcome the Age Issue?
The New York Times – On the Runway:Ed Markey is hoping that his progressive politics will save him in Massachusetts.