State Rep. Marjorie Decker has narrowly won the Democratic primary for the 25th Middlesex District in Massachusetts, following a recount that confirmed her victory over challenger Evan MacKay.
The recount, which took place over nine hours, ended with Decker maintaining her 41-vote lead, securing a total of 3,471 votes against MacKay's 3,430. This election marked Decker's most competitive race to date, as she has never faced a Republican opponent and her last primary challenge was in 2018. The recount in Cambridge underscores the intensity of the race and highlights the challenges incumbents can face from within their own party.
MacKay conceded the race after the recount results were certified, solidifying Decker's position for another term.
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Recount confirms incumbent State Rep. Marjorie Decker's win in Democratic primary
After a nine-hour recount Thursday, there was no change in State Rep. Marjorie Decker’s 41-vote lead over challenger Evan MacKay in the Democratic primary for her seat representing the 25th Middlesex District. Election commissioners in Cambridge certified the tally around 6 p.m., with Decker having 3,471 votes to MacKay’s 3,430.
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Mass. Primary 2024: State Rep. Marjorie Decker wins 25th Middlesex District recount
Cambridge officials held a recount on Thursday between state Rep. Marjorie Decker and organizer Evan MacKay over one week after the state primary.
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State Rep. Decker’s narrow win in Cambridge primary confirmed after recount
The challenge marks Decker’s most competitive election. She’s never faced a Republican opponent, and her last primary challenge was in 2018.
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