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Tara Golshan

Tara Golshan

Former Politics Reporter

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    Beto lost. But he could still be a winner for other Democrats.

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    Texas Senate election results: Beto O’Rourke vs. Ted CruzTexas Senate election results: Beto O’Rourke vs. Ted Cruz
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    Will Democrat Beto O’Rourke live up to all the hype?

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    The 2018 midterm elections, explained
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    This could be the difference between a very conservative Texas and a bipartisan one.

    By Tara Golshan
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    The 4 Republican scandals that could tip the 2018 midterms, explainedThe 4 Republican scandals that could tip the 2018 midterms, explained
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    These House Republican corruption scandals have created real opportunities for Democrats.

    By Dylan Scott and Tara Golshan
    2018’s undecided voters, explained in their own words
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    We talked to 10 undecided voters before Election Day. Here’s what they told us.

    By Dylan Scott, Tara Golshan and 2 more
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    Donald Trump’s race-baiting closing argument going into Election Day, explainedDonald Trump’s race-baiting closing argument going into Election Day, explained
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    His message is based on lies.

    By Tara Golshan
    One of the Tea Party’s superstars is at risk of losing — to a Democrat
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    Rep. Dave Brat became a symbol of the Republican insurgency after defeating Eric Cantor. Now he’s stuck in a blue storm.

    By Tara Golshan
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    Trump is more than happy to throw Paul Ryan under the busTrump is more than happy to throw Paul Ryan under the bus
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    Trump insults Paul Ryan in the final week before the election — and it’s very telling.

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