Michigan Democrat El-Sayed warns party must win big
He argues that a decisive margin is needed to counter Republican election denial. He also voiced doubt that Trump and Mike Rogers are committed to American democracy.
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What happened
The race in Michigan has increasingly centered on Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, whom Republicans want to make the main figure of the midterms. El-Sayed said Democrats need decisive, large margins to counter GOP election denial. He also said he is concerned that Trump and Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers are not committed to democracy's institutions.
Why it matters
El-Sayed argues that large Democratic victories are needed to fend off GOP election denial. His concerns center on the commitment of Trump and Rogers to democratic institutions.
Coverage
- Abdul El-Sayed says Democrats must ‘win by massive numbers’ to fend off GOP election denial (NBC News)
- Republicans want Abdul El-Sayed to be the main character of the midterms. He's happy to oblige (news4jax.com)
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