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Why White Working-Class Voters Shifted Left in the Midterms

White voters without a college degree, a cornerstone of the Republican base in the Trump era, moved left this year. Some cited high prices, the war with Iran and more in their decisions.

© Rachel Mummey for The New York Times

Kylee Wilson, at her house in Prairie City, Iowa, said she voted for Democrats after voting for President Trump three times. “Trump put a target on America’s back,” she said.
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South Carolina Republicans Fracture Over Stunning Defeat of Darline Graham

Some blamed President Trump for backing the novice candidate after the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham. Others accused Mr. Graham’s team of pushing her to run despite her lack of experience.

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President Trump campaigned with Senator Darline Graham in Rock Hill, S.C., a few days before the election.
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America’s Rebuke of Trump Won’t Swiftly Restore Canada-U.S. Harmony

While U.S. voters largely oppose the trade war with Canada, many Democrats and their supporters have protectionist leanings.

© Alex Kent/The New York Times

The new Congress controlled by Democrats will face President Trump’s veto powers.
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Turning Point Bet on the Midterms and Lost. Some Republicans Are Furious.

Candidates backed by the right-wing activist group did not fare well, and the results set off recriminations from establishment Republicans.

© Kenny Holston/The New York Times

Erika Kirk, chief executive of Turning Point USA, during a Turning Point Action event in Phoenix in April.
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