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Democrats' Open Primary Skip Sparks Controversy on HBO

5/11/2025

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On HBO's "Real Time," Donna Brazile revealed the Democrats' controversial choice to skip an open primary for the 2024 nomination, believing Trump's legal troubles would weaken his campaign. Rep. Mike Lawler and host Bill Maher echoed concerns, suggesting that an open primary might have reshaped the race, highlighting a significant miscalculation of voter sentiment.

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On HBO's "Real Time," Donna Brazile revealed the Democrats' controversial choice to skip an open primary for the 2024 nomination, believing Trump's legal troubles would weaken his campaign. Rep. Mike Lawler and host Bill Maher echoed concerns, suggesting that an open primary might have reshaped the race, highlighting a significant miscalculation of voter sentiment.