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Powell, Harding to face off in Nebraska House race to replace Bacon
Key takeaways
- Powell, a political fundraiser, defeated State Sen.
- Powell outraised Cavanaugh and ran a strong campaign fueled by an early cash advantage and a flood of outside money and support.
- With over 95 percent of the vote in as of 11:50 p.m.
Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.
Don Bacon (R-Neb.).
Powell, a political fundraiser, defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh (D), a member of a prominent Democratic family in Nebraska, and several other Democrats in a closely watched race that grew increasingly bitter as the primary date approached.
Powell outraised Cavanaugh and ran a strong campaign fueled by an early cash advantage and a flood of outside money and support. But Cavanaugh s name ID and support from Omaha s political establishment still made him a formidable contender for the nomination.
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