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Democratic Socialist Angie Nixon Scores Major Upset In Florida Senate Primary
Forbes • • nation
Key Points:
- Florida State Representative and democratic socialist Angie Nixon won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Florida, marking a significant upset against a well-funded opponent.
- Nixon highlighted her victory as a triumph for everyday people over corporate and billionaire interests, emphasizing that her campaign was outspent 16 to 1.
- Despite Nixon’s primary win, incumbent Republican Senator Rick Scott remains the favorite to win the general election in November, with major political analysts and betting markets strongly favoring a Republican victory.
- The race is rated as Safely or Likely Republican by The Cook Political Report, Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball, and Nate Silver’s Silver Bulletin, reflecting Florida’s current red-state status.
