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newdeal2

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3. We need a stronger progressive voice in that seat

Reply to Chasstev365 (Reply #1)

Sat Jan 10, 2026, 09:06 AM

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It’s a solidly blue state, there’s no need for a moderate. Thank god he is retiring finally, although I’m not sure his replacement will be that different ideologically.

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"You cannot tell voters that this regime is an existential threat one day and aid and abet it every other day." [View all] mahatmakanejeeves Saturday OP

Such a great point! Durbin in particular is not up for reelection. WTF? Chasstev365 Saturday #1

We need a stronger progressive voice in that seat newdeal2 Saturday #3

Ignore the people! Do what you want! RandiFan1290 Saturday #2

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WHERE'S THE BACKBONE???!!! Vogon_Glory Saturday #5

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