In recent weeks, there has been a trend of Democratic-backed candidates making gains in seats typically held by Republican-endorsed electives, which could be an early warning sign for the GOP as the November midterms draw nearer, though the party has largely dismissed their impact.

Democratic-backed candidates flipped three seats in mayoral and city council elections in Whittier, California, and at the center of these elections were issues being discussed nationwide, like the impact of federal immigration enforcement as well as the economy.

  • BrianTheeBiscuiteer@lemmy.world
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    13 hours ago

    And while every win is a positive step Texas is known for handicapping municipalities so there aren’t any pockets of “socialism” within the state. Can’t have anyone think Democratic policies ate helpful now.