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Democrats seek to weaken the Republican lead in state legislatures

Oct 30, 2026 · Carmen Russell-Sluchansky

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Democrats seek to weaken the Republican lead in state legislatures
The Pennsylvania State Capitol rotunda as seen last year.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol rotunda as seen last year.

Republicans control 10 more state legislatures than Democrats. That's where most laws on taxes, abortion, crime and schools are made.

(Image credit: Aimee Dilger)

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