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From California to NYC: 4 races to watch this Election Day

From California to NYC: 4 races to watch this Election Day

Summary

Elections are taking place across several states, including key contests in California, New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia. In California, voters will decide on a redistricting proposition that could favor Democrats. New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia are also seeing intense races with notable candidates running for office.

Key Facts

  • California's Proposition 50 aims to change congressional district lines to favor Democrats.
  • The redistricting proposition in California could help Democrats gain more seats in future elections.
  • New York City's mayoral race features Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
  • Mamdani won the primary by appealing to young voters with a focus on affordability.
  • In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Mikie Sherrill leads slightly over Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
  • If Sherrill wins, it would be the third consecutive Democratic governor in New Jersey.
  • President Trump has been supporting Ciattarelli through phone campaigns.
  • Virginia's governor race also features significant candidates, but specific details were cut off in the text.

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