Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
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In a nationwide romp, Democrats ousted Republicans from coast to coast, with many surprising places in between, as voters rejected the president's party for the promise of something different for the country. Covered by 27 outlets: 11 lean left, 9 are centre, 7 lean right.
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Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
In a nationwide romp, Democrats ousted Republicans from coast to coast, with many surprising places in between, as voters rejected the president's party for the promise of something different for the country.
- Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
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