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Midterms may bring in wave of historic firsts for some states and the country
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Terry Tang, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· November 3, 2026
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Featuring one of the most diverse slates of both Democratic and Republican candidates in recent years, this midterm election has set up a possible wave of historic leadership firsts across the country. Voters on Tuesday night elected the first openly gay male U.S. senator. They could still prope...
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Key points Voters on Tuesday night elected the first openly gay male U. Featuring one of the most diverse slates of both Democratic and Republican candidates in recent years, this midterm election has set up a possible wave of historic leadership firsts across the country. More government Today’s briefing Local events
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