GOP warms to far-right gubernatorial nominee in Pennsylvania by Marc Levy
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Republicans are warming up to Doug Mastriano. When he crushed a nine-person field to win the GOP nomination for Pennsylvania governor in May, some in the party warned that Mastriano's far-right views on everything from abortion to the 2020 presidential election would squander an otherwise attainable seat in a critical battleground state.

For the Republican establishment, there are no real limits or red lines. Bigotry, conspiracy, anti-democracy–all are to be overlooked in the service of victory for the Party.

First overlooked. Then rationalized. Then justified. Ultimately…embraced.

Tell me again why the charge of racism against Republicans is unfair.

Your Guide to Local Elections Where Abortion Is on the Line This Year - Bolts
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