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  "publishedAt": "2026-07-08T00:38:18.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.nytimes.com",
  "tags": [
    "Platner, Graham",
    "Dempsey, Patrick",
    "Golden, Jared",
    "Jackson, Troy D (1968- )",
    "Richardson, Heather Cox",
    "Shah, Nirav Dinesh",
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  "textContent": "Mr. Platner has not yet withdrawn from the race after a rape allegation, but Democrats in the state and nationally are already exploring potential alternatives.",
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