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Coverage dated November 2, 2026

Today in History: November 2, Truman defeats Dewey

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Today is Monday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2026. There are 59 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 2, 1948, in one of the most unexpected results in U.S. presidential election history, Democratic incumbent Harry S.

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  1. The Boston Globe

    Today in history: Truman defeats Dewey (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Today is Monday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2026. There are 59 days left in the year.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Today in History: November 2, Truman defeats Dewey (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Today is Monday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2026. There are 59 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 2, 1948, in one of the most unexpected results in U.S. presidential election history, Democratic incumbent Harry S.

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