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Revolt in New York

Beltway bigs misjudged public dismay against the Democratic agenda in Washington. Saturday’s decision by Republican Dede Scozzafava to drop out of tomorrow’s special Congressional election in upstate New York is a potentially big political moment that could help to return the GOP to first principles—or could lead to internecine ruin. Much will depend on how [...]

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Base sends GOP warning shot in NY-23

By Jonathan Martin & Alex Isenstadt Republican Dede Scozzafava’s decision Saturday to drop out of the New York special congressional election gave conservatives a big win, but may present a challenge for Republicans heading into next year’s mid-term elections. The long-term implications from Scozzafava’s Halloween surprise will depend on what lessons Republicans take from the [...]

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In shift, GOP leaders embrace Hoffman

Grassroots conservatives in New York’s 23rd CD have just schooled the Republican Party brass on the newly installed protocol for nominating and backing Republican candidates. To wit: In a conservative district, you will promote a conservative candidate, or we will find and elect our own. ~~John Cronin~~ By ALEX ISENSTADT & JOSH KRAUSHAAR The House [...]

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