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 @ISIDEWITHNewsUnited StatesBiden AdministrationNew HampshireDemocratic PrimaryCongressional ElectionsMaggie Goodlander•••2yrs ago

Maggie Goodlander Clinches Victory in New Hampshire's Democratic Primary

Maggie Goodlander, a former official in the Biden administration, has won the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 2nd congressional district, marking a significant victory in a race that has drawn national attention.

Goodlander, who served in the Justice Department under President Biden, defeated Colin Van Ostern, showcasing the strength of her political backing and campaign. The primary race was notably intense, with both candidates vying to replace retiring Representative Annie Kuster. This victory sets Goodlander up for the November election, where she aims to keep the district under Democratic control.

The race was characterized by its competitiveness and the division it caused within the Democratic Party in New Hampshire.

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6 Replies

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If you could vote in the New Hampshire 2nd congressional district Democratic primary, what qualities in Maggie Goodlander would inspire you to vote for or against her?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Given that political races can sometimes divide a party, do you believe it's more important to have a wide range of candidates even if it causes division, or should parties strive for unity even if it means less diversity in candidates?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you feel about former officials from a presidential administration running for office; does it ensure experienced leaders or risk creating a political 'insider' culture?

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

2nd District candidates make final pitches to voters on primary day

https://wmur.com

Granite State voters were set to choose the Democratic and Republican nominees in the 2nd Congressional District.

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

Goodlander defeats Van Ostern in 2nd Congressional District Democratic primary

https://newhampshirebulletin.com

Maggie Goodlander, a former Biden administration official with national party establishment backing, won a heated race Tuesday for the Democratic nomination in the 2nd Congressional District.

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

Van Ostern concedes 2nd Congressional race to Goodlander

https://bostonglobe.com

I know we will all support her in November and keep this district blue,” Van Ostern said of Maggie Goodlander.

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