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Can a Progressive Win a Swing State?

Published: 2026-11-02T10:04:45.000Z · 3-Minute Executive Summary

The New York Times reports that progressive Democrat Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is campaigning for a Senate seat in Michigan. National political correspondent Shane Goldmacher examines the candidate's potential to win in a swing state and the possible impact of his success on the 2028 political landscape.

Why It Matters: A victory for El-Sayed could have broader implications for 2028.