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Democrats Worry 50-Candidate Field Will Hurt Turnout

4/1/2026

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Story summary
  • With mail-in voting approaching, Democrats fear a divided field of over 50 candidates could push Chad Bianco (Republican) and Steve Hilton (Republican) forward.
  • A debate was canceled after accusations of discrimination against candidates of color.
  • Democratic officials fear that lacking a strong candidate could dampen turnout in key U.S. House races.
  • The contest recalls the unpredictable 1998 election and highlights voter-engagement challenges in a digital age.