New Democratic State Majorities Bet Big on Pocketbook Politics

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Democrats’ big wins last week stretched from Washington to downballot races in state legislatures, setting the stage for a push to lower costs as incoming leaders translate voters’ affordability concerns into a governing strategy.

The party gained control of 12 legislative chambers across nine states and weakened Republican supermajorities in 13 other chambers across 12 states. The newly empowered Democratic majorities will vary in how aggressive they pursue their priorities, but there are common themes bubbling up everywhere.

New leaders in Wisconsin and New Hampshire said they will focus on healthcare affordability, restoring full funding to public K-12 education, and

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