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‘On Tuesday, we’ll see if the Dems have learned anything,’ right says

By Bria Felicien
Nov 1, 2018

1. Democrats Struggle to Confront Trump-Era Reality

From Wall Street Journal: "Come Tuesday, we'll find out whether Democrats have learned anything from Hillary Clinton's shocking defeat two Novembers ago."

2. Republicans and Democrats have very different closing arguments. Pay attention.

From Washington Post: "Anyone who says they know which one will prevail is lying or delusional."

3. Republican record on economy proves party is choice for jobs

From The Hill: "Just days ahead of the 2018 midterm elections, the contrast between the two parties on taxes is as clear as ever."

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Bria Felicien is a published author and staff writer at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She produces podcasts for the AJC.

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