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D.C. Democratic primary results show significant lead for Lewis George
Janeese Lewis George leads in the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C. Her opponent has conceded, but official results are still pending. (sources: foxnews, nytimes, cbsnews, thehill)
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Modern Action Briefing
Janeese Lewis George, a Democratic Socialist, is leading the D.C. mayoral primary with a substantial margin. The race remains officially undetermined as the city conducts its first ranked-choice election.
- Janeese Lewis George holds a nearly 20-point lead in the Democratic primary with 68% of the vote counted.
- Her opponent has conceded the race, indicating a shift in the mayoral leadership.
- The election is the first in D.C. to utilize ranked-choice voting.
Why it matters
The outcome of this primary could influence the political landscape in Washington, D.C., especially in relation to national figures.
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