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politics7 days ago

Shapiro-backed Brooks clinches Democratic nomination in PA’s 7th District

Bob Brooks, a firefighter union leader endorsed by Governor Josh Shapiro, won the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania’s 7th District and will face GOP Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in November, a win that underscores Shapiro’s push to flip four swing seats and boost the DCCC. The bid drew broad Democratic support and notable endorsements despite scrutiny over old social-media posts and a family property dispute, with outside groups like Lead Left spending in the race to influence the outcome.

via Politico|
#7th-district#bob-brooks#democrats
Democrats Bet on Working-Class Appeal in Pa.'s Key Primary
politics10 days ago

Democrats Bet on Working-Class Appeal in Pa.'s Key Primary

Pennsylvania's 7th District Democratic primary pits union-backed Bob Brooks, touting working-class roots, against former DOJ prosecutor Ryan Crosswell, who emphasizes anti-Trump governance; Brooks has broad party backing including endorsements from Bernie Sanders and Josh Shapiro, reflecting a concerted push to broaden the Democrats' appeal beyond the anti-Trump base, while Crosswell leverages fundraising to stay competitive and the race features Latino outreach and other candidates ahead of the district's pivotal primary.

via NBC News|
#bob-brooks#democratic-primary#pennsylvania-7th-district
politics20 days ago

Shapiro Bets His Coattails on a Pennsylvania House Shake-Up

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is backing firefighter union leader Bob Brooks to run for a House seat in a high-stakes battleground, aiming to flip up to four Pennsylvania seats and prove his political clout extends beyond his own race; Brooks has benefited from Shapiro’s endorsement and outside money, but faces a competitive field, fundraising gaps, and backlash that could test whether Shapiro’s influence translates to the federal level.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#bob-brooks#house-races