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WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW: OCTOBER 7, 2026

1. Aaron Ford Campaigns for Nevada Governor

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford secured the Democratic nomination for governor, setting up a general election matchup against Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo. Ford, who became Nevada's first Black statewide officer in 2019, hopes to achieve another historic milestone this November. He emphasized that his campaign and leadership approach are rooted in working-class values, hard work, and community responsibility.

2. Candidates Compete to Make History in Gubernatorial Races

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Milwaukee County Executive…

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