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6 takeaways from Democrats' big wave on election night

Nov 4, 2026 · Domenico Montanaro

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6 takeaways from Democrats' big wave on election night
Supporters of Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico cheer at a watch party in Austin on Tuesday.
Supporters of Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico cheer at a watch party in Austin on Tuesday.

The magnitude of the Democrats' outcome was always a possibility, but the depth and breadth of their victories were jaw-dropping.

(Image credit: Chip Somodevilla)

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