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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - Many Democrats are still down on the Democrats, AP-NORC poll finds. Follow live updates. While the overwhelming majority of Democrats still feel good about their party, they're much less positive than they've been in the past.
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Democrats plan to counter Trump's speech to Congress with rally -- The House Democratic leader has asked rank-and-file members to sit quietly at the speech or skip it altogether, wary of creating a distraction.19 minutes ago
Tricia McLaughlin is stepping down as Homeland Security spokeswoman -- McLaughlin has become one of the most prominent voices in the administration advocating President Trump's mass deportation campaign.56 minutes ago
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