western swing
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“From a western swing state, it has become a Democratic stronghold,” said pollster Floyd Ciruli, who’s sampled public opinion in Colorado for more than 40 years.
From Los Angeles Times
The local storyline is whether the Caps can use a three-game Western swing to put behind three losses in four games and tighten their grip on a playoff spot.
From Washington Post
RENO, Nev. — Nevada’s Democratic congressional members on Friday urged the Democratic National Committee to make the Western swing state the first stop of primary season and point to a strong midterm showing as evidence for why it should be in the top slot.
From Washington Times
The Western swing state is mainly competing alongside New Hampshire, Iowa and South Carolina as the party opened up its process for the first spot earlier this year.
From Seattle Times
It’s a trend seen across the country yet amplified in this Western swing state where toss-up races across the ballot feature GOP candidates who have cast doubt on election security and vote-counting.
From Seattle Times
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