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Gabe Amo's Victory in Rhode Island Congressional Race

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Gabe Amo's Victory in Rhode Island Congressional Race
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Democrat Gabe Amo is projected to win the election for Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District, becoming the first person of color to represent the state in Congress. Amo, the son of West African immigrants, campaigned on issues such as banning assault weapons, protecting Social Security and Medicare, and ensuring access to abortion.

Topics:top-newspolitics#democratic-party#gabe-amo#historic-win#house-seat#politics#rhode-island
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  1. Democrat Gabe Amo projected to win open House seat in Rhode Island  CNBC
  2. Gabe Amo defeats Gerry Leonard in race for Congress  WPRI
  3. Rhode Island election: Results for Congressional House race  The Providence Journal
  4. VIDEO NOW: Gabe Amo addresses supporters after Congressional win  WPRI

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