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Democrats crash their own party
Maine Democrats organized a mini-primary to replace their US Senate nominee, while Wisconsin Democrats endorsed a candidate after another's campaign collapsed. The party faces challenges over legitimacy and accusations of rigging primaries, with Ben Wikler advocating for year-round organizing and structural reforms.
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