Source: Fox News
Summary
Republican strategist Tom Emmer believes that if Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan wins the Democratic primary, it would give Republicans better odds in the general election. Emmer thinks that Flanagan’s platform and past actions, such as supporting Medicare for All and attending anti-ICE protests, make her a more polarizing figure than her opponent, Rep. Angie Craig. The National Republican Senatorial Committee also believes that Flanagan’s tenure, which overlaps with recent revelations of up to $9 billion in fraud through government benefit programs, will be a liability for her campaign. Flanagan’s campaign, however, is confident in her chances, pointing to Minnesota’s history of electing Democrats to the U.S. Senate.
Our Reading
As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Tom Emmer speaks to local media, sharing his thoughts on the Democratic primary. He mentions “crazies from Minneapolis” and “radical, wild, wild-eyed” Peggy Flanagan. The National Republican Senatorial Committee releases a press statement highlighting Flanagan’s platform and past actions. Flanagan’s campaign responds, confident in her chances. The primary is set for August 11.
It’s just another day in the lead-up to the election.
Author: Evan Null
