After 12 Years, Democrats Again Lead a Majority of States

Democrats last night claimed a majority of the nation's governorships for the first time in 12 years, as the rout of Republicans spread from Washington down to the state capitols.
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David S. Broder

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After 12 Years, Democrats Again Lead a Majority of States

David S. Broder