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Matt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District

Matt Dunlap defeated a candidate backed by the House Democratic campaign arm and is set to face former Gov. Paul Le Page, a Republican, in a competitive general election.

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What happened Matt Dunlap defeated a candidate backed by the House Democratic campaign arm and is set to face former Gov. Paul Le Page, a Republican, in a competitive general election.
The headline split The left frames it as "Matt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District". The right frames it as "Democrats fear Maine swing district ‘off the board’ after Matt Dunlap victory".
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Left / center-leftMatt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District

New York Times Politics · Center-left · News report

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Right / center-rightDemocrats fear Maine swing district ‘off the board’ after Matt Dunlap victory

Washington Examiner · Center-right · News report

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New York Times PoliticsNews report · Jun 19, 9:13 PM

Matt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District

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Matt Dunlap defeated a candidate backed by the House Democratic campaign arm and is set to face former Gov. Paul Le Page, a Republican, in a competitive general election.

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Washington ExaminerNews report · Jun 19, 7:29 PM

Democrats fear Maine swing district ‘off the board’ after Matt Dunlap victory

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State Auditor Matt Dunlap won the Democratic primary in Maine‘s 2nd District early Friday morning. His victory could put Republicans in the driver’s seat for November. Dunlap will take on R...

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