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Burgelis Drops Out, Berman Leads | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee alderman Peter Burgelis drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District, citing high stakes and a desire for unity—and offers to back rival Mitchell Berman. With just $55K raised and $36K spent, Burgelis trails far behind Berman, a nurse from Racine with $654K raised and $221K on hand. Burgelis, who entered the race in April and campaigned on cost and accountability, faced criticism for running in a district not including his home city. Berman, a political newcomer, surged ahead with fundraising and has vowed to unseat GOP incumbent Bryan Steil…
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