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Oct 2021
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Why Are All Eyes on the Virginia Governo...

The New York Times
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In 2020, Virginia epitomized the way in which Democrats took the White House and Congress — by turning moderate and swing counties. But President Biden’s poll numbers have been waning, and in the coming race for governor, Republicans see an opportunity. Guest: Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent for The New York Times. 
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