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Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul el-Sayed’s campaign hit a snag when old social media posts resurfaced—calling fireworks “suck” and linking football to slavery—raising eyebrows in a season of patriotic traditions. It’s not just him: Wisconsin’s Francesca Hong faced backlash for past remarks about canceling Thanksgiving, even as she neared victory in a swing state. These moments reflect a broader trend among digital-native progressive candidates like AOC, who grew up with social media always on—and every opinion archived. Their candid, sometimes controversial takes on American icons signal a…
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