In Redrawn Napa Valley House Seat, Voters Stick With Incumbent They Know

Rep. Mike Thompson is holding off a progressive challenger and a Republican in this Napa Valley district, suggesting voters here aren’t ready to trade in experience for a fresh face.

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Rep. Mike Thompson is holding off a progressive challenger and a Republican in this Napa Valley district, suggesting voters here aren’t ready to trade in experience for a fresh face.

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According to KQED’s linked item, In Redrawn Napa Valley House Seat, Voters Stick With Incumbent They Know, Rep. Mike Thompson is holding off a progressive challenger and a Republican in this Napa Valley district, suggesting voters here aren’t ready to trade in experience for a fresh face.

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