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bearsfootball516

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3. It's a fantastic win, but it wasn't a flip.

Reply to youssef5070 (Reply #1)

Wed Sep 24, 2025, 10:50 AM

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The special election was due to the death of the Raúl Grijalva in the spring. The winner, Adelita Grijalva is his daughter. It's a safe blue district, but her overperformance is still very, very impressive.

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This win is bigger than just one seat -- it's a warning shot. youssef5070 Wednesday #1

Excellent! SheltieLover Wednesday #2

It's a fantastic win, but it wasn't a flip. bearsfootball516 Wednesday #3

That wasn't a flip Wiz Imp Wednesday #5

This is a big deal, and should be celebrated. Wiz Imp Wednesday #6

It's still good to force the vote for political reasons, even if it won't pass. bearsfootball516 Wednesday #7

Agreed 100% Wiz Imp Wednesday #8

Kick BlueWaveNeverEnd Wednesday #4