1. AGE AGAINST THE MACHINE.
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Wang, Nina
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MODERATES (Political science) , *DEMOCRATS (United States) , *POWER (Social sciences) , *BALLOTS , *GREEN New Deal (United States) , *COMMUNITY college students - Abstract
This article from Mother Jones discusses the Senate campaign of Rep. Andy Kim in New Jersey. Kim is challenging the state's Democratic machine and its candidate, Tammy Murphy, the wife of Governor Phil Murphy. Despite being a mainstream Democrat, Kim is gaining support from young voters who see his campaign as a chance to break the grip of corruption and nepotism in New Jersey politics. However, Kim faces challenges in securing endorsements and navigating the state's confusing primary ballot system. Some young voters are skeptical of Kim's ability to bring about real change, while others see him as a step towards candidates who better represent their ideologies and the future. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024