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Progressive Win in Minnesota Senate Primary

Updated 2026-08-12 03:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic primary for Senate from Minnesota, continuing a trend of progressive victories over centrists within the party.

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NPR
Progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic primary for Senate from Minnesota. It continues a series of wins for the progressive wing of the party over centrists.
2026-08-12 03:34 UTC
The Hill
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) is projected to deliver a key victory for progressives and defeat Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) in the Democratic primary for retiring Sen. Tina Smith’s (D-Minn.) seat, according to Decision Desk HQ. Flanagan ran against five other Democrats for the party’s nod, though Crai
2026-08-12 03:24 UTC
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