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politics1 year ago

"Peter Barca Announces Challenge to Bryan Steil in 1st Congressional District"

Former Democratic congressman Peter Barca is set to challenge Republican Rep. Bryan Steil for the 1st Congressional District seat in southeastern Wisconsin, emphasizing the need for leadership and action in Congress. Barca, a proponent of bipartisanship, aims to address issues such as the economy, workforce challenges, healthcare access, and immigration. His entry into the race energizes Democrats' chances of flipping the seat, which has been targeted by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. Barca's candidacy has drawn attention from both parties, with Republicans criticizing his positions and Democrats rallying behind his bid.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#1st-congressional-district#bryan-steil#democratic-party
politics1 year ago

"2024 North Carolina Primary Election Results: Biden, Trump, Robinson, and Stein Secure Victories"

The North Carolina House primary election results are being closely watched, with Republicans expected to have a significant advantage in November due to redistricting. The 1st Congressional District, which hasn't elected a Republican since 1883, is seen as a potentially competitive race. Former acting Speaker Patrick McHenry's seat is also up for grabs after he announced he wouldn't run for re-election. The live results are still being updated, and the final outcome could have implications for the balance of power in the House.

via NBC News|
#1st-congressional-district#democrats#house-primary-election
politics2 years ago

Wesley Bell Shifts Focus, Sets Sights on Cori Bush's Congressional Seat

St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has announced that he will challenge U.S. Rep. Cori Bush in the Democratic primary for the 1st Congressional District seat. Bell, who initially planned to run for U.S. Senate, made the switch at the urging of fellow Democrats who believe he is needed in the House of Representatives. The contest will pit two veterans of the Ferguson unrest against each other, with Bell criticizing Bush's positions on Israel and the "defund the police" movement. The 1st Congressional District is solidly Democratic and has not been represented by a Republican in over 50 years.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#1st-congressional-district#cori-bush#democratic-primary
politics2 years ago

Gabe Amo secures victory in RI's 1st Congressional District primary

Gabe Amo, a former White House staffer, has won the Democratic nomination for Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District. Amo, who would become the first person of color elected to Congress in Rhode Island if he wins in November, emerged as the frontrunner, surpassing former state Rep. Aaron Regunberg, State Sen. Sandra Cano, and Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos. Amo will face Republican Gerry Leonard in the special election on November 7th.

via WPRI.com|
#1st-congressional-district#democratic-primary#gabe-amo