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Republicans are scrambling to beat the odds

Still, Democrats aren’t betting on a wave.

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Halina Bennet
Oct 21, 2026
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Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks during the Darke County Republican Party Hog Roast on October 18, 2026, in Greenville, Ohio. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Less than two weeks out from Election Day, Democrats nationwide are in a good, not great, position. Polling and vibes are in the party’s favor — they’ve bee…

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