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Democrats bet on pastors and ministers in midterms

Crosscut | Seattle

Oct 9, 2026

Democrats bet on pastors and ministers in midterms

Fusing faith and politics is almost a no-brainer for many Republicans hoping to hold public office. But this election cycle, 12 pastors, seminarians and former clergy ran as Democr…

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Democrats bet on pastors and ministers in midterms

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