The New York Times – On the Runway:
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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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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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.
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Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola Pushes Back Against Endorsement From Kamala Harris
The New York Times – On the Runway:
The campaign of Mary Peltola said it was focused on issues important to Alaska and did not approve a message of support from Ms. Harris.
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Abdul El-Sayed Thinks Progressives Have a Way to Win. I Hope He’s Right.
The New York Times – On the Runway:
Abdul El-Sayed is quick, magnetic, overflowing with infectious confidence. But he also has a blind spot endemic to his movement.
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Graham Platner Tucked in His Shirt on Primary Night
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On election night, the Democratic candidate from Maine wore a button-up, a deviation from the candidate’s unvarnished image.