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Democrats Rally as Biden Battles Cancer and Party Divisions

11/2/2025

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Buttigieg and Beshear Campaign

As the 2025 campaign unfolds, Democratic leaders Pete Buttigieg and Andy Beshear step up in New Jersey and Virginia.
Joe Biden, battling prostate cancer, has limited public appearances but emphasizes democracy.
Kamala Harris focuses on her book tour and has not actively campaigned.
Abigail Spanberger, running for Virginia governor, prioritizes economics over anti-Trump rhetoric.
Progressive Zohran Mamdani gains traction as the party faces divisions after setbacks.

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Obama Backs Mamdani

Former President Barack Obama praised New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani during a private call and offered support.
Mamdani's campaign has drawn comparisons to Obama's 2008 race and emphasizes affordability to appeal to younger voters.
Andrew Cuomo has attacked Mamdani with personal remarks and controversial comments.
Polls show Mamdani leading significantly, but Cuomo's victory could challenge progressive momentum within the Democratic Party.
The election is set for Tuesday.

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Buttigieg and Beshear Campaign

As the 2025 campaign unfolds, Democratic leaders Pete Buttigieg and Andy Beshear step up in New Jersey and Virginia.
Joe Biden, battling prostate cancer, has limited public appearances but emphasizes democracy.
Kamala Harris focuses on her book tour and has not actively campaigned.
Abigail Spanberger, running for Virginia governor, prioritizes economics over anti-Trump rhetoric.
Progressive Zohran Mamdani gains traction as the party faces divisions after setbacks.

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