Angie Nixon Wins Florida Primary
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon defeated Alex Vindman in Florida's Democratic Senate primary.
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Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon won the Aug. 18 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, defeating retired Army Lt. Col. Alex Vindman despite his national profile as a Trump impeachment witness. Nixon, a Democratic Socialists of America member, led with about 56% of the vote when the race was called, while Vindman entered the final stretch with a large fundraising advantage. Republican Sen. Ashley Moody also won her primary, setting a November race to complete the final two years of Marco Rubio’s former Senate term.
Analysis & opinion
Moody FavoredCenter & Right
Ashley Moody is well positioned to win the Florida Senate race. Her Republican incumbency and Florida’s rightward shift give her a strong advantage over Angie Nixon in November.
Vindman RepudiatedMostly Right
Alex Vindman’s defeat in the Florida Democratic Senate primary was a clear rejection of his candidacy. Voters repudiated him personally and politically rather than merely choosing another Democrat.
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