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Coverage dated October 8, 2026

Democrats bet on pastors and ministers in midterms

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Democrats are betting on pastors and ministers in the midterms

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  1. PBS NewsHour

    Democrats are betting on pastors and ministers in the midterms (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    Fusing faith and politics is almost a no-brainer for many Republicans hoping to hold public office. But this election cycle, 12 pastors, seminarians and former clergy ran as Democrats, with about half securing nominations.

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    Democrats are betting on pastors and ministers in the midterms

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