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Progressive Prosecutors Thrive Amid Mixed Election Results

11/8/2025

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Progressive prosecutors won key races on November 7, 2025, with Larry Krasner, the Philadelphia District Attorney, reelected by nearly 50 points.
Stephanie Morales won reelection in Virginia.
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, won a third term.
George Gascon’s loss in Los Angeles challenges the view of a movement in decline.
A study finds Krasner and Bragg are winning reelection, countering claims of a crisis and signaling resilience in several cities.

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Story summary

Progressive prosecutors won key races on November 7, 2025, with Larry Krasner, the Philadelphia District Attorney, reelected by nearly 50 points.
Stephanie Morales won reelection in Virginia.
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, won a third term.
George Gascon’s loss in Los Angeles challenges the view of a movement in decline.
A study finds Krasner and Bragg are winning reelection, countering claims of a crisis and signaling resilience in several cities.