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The Note: Democratic victories stoke enthusiasm, but tough challenges lie ahead - ABC News

posted onMay 21, 2018
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Article snippet: The TAKE with Rick Klein Pennsylvania would seem to have it all for Democrats, and Tuesday’s primaries will stoke talk of waves – both the blue and pink varieties. A state that narrowly and surprisingly supported President House map, record GOP retirements, and an all-male congressional delegation – though almost certainly not for much longer. The Keystone State delivered victories for at least seven women in Democratic primaries, and came through decently well for progressives overall. Democrats’ slate of House candidates out of Pennsylvania will include prized recruits like Chrissy Houlahan, an Air Force veteran with business and nonprofit experience; Susan Wild, an EMILY’s List-backed candidate who defeated a fellow Democrat who opposes abortion rights and had been cozying up to Trump; and Mary Gay Scanlon, an attorney who won a surprisingly easy victory in a 10-way primary for an open seat with a Democratic edge. Democrats may look back at some missed opportunities – including with some promising female recruits who fell short – in Pennsylvania. The primaries again revealed strong cross-pressures inside the still-fractious Democratic Party. A state that broke Democrats’ heart in 2016 may yet do it all over again this year. The RUNDOWN with MaryAlice Parks One of those Democratic women on the ballot last night, " Navy reserve officer Rachel Reddick, spoke to supporters as the first results started to come in. The numbers didn’t look good for ... Link to the full article to read more

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