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Democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees
Democratic officials are backing independents in several red states, hoping the strategy can help them defeat Republican incumbents and avoid splitting the anti-GOP vote.
- Democratic leaders in red states are embracing a new strategy, backing independent candidates to challenge Republicans in key races rather than fielding their own party nominees.
- According to Democratic National Committee vice chair Jane Kleeb, the pivot addresses a 'toxic' brand in conservative strongholds where voters frequently reject the Democratic label.
- In Alaska, independent Bill Hill raised more than $780,000 to challenge Republican Rep. Nick Begich, while Nebraska Democrats plan to drop nominee Cindy Burbank to boost independent Dan Osborn.
- The National Republican Senatorial Committee criticized these candidates as 'fake Independents' who would push liberal policies if elected to the Senate, despite logistical support from Democratic national committees.
- Army veteran Todd Achilles and Navy and Air Force veteran Brian Bengs continue as independent Senate candidates in Idaho and South Dakota, navigating a complex political landscape.
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