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Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won Tuesday's primary in Florida. Can she win in November?
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Matt Brown, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 19, 2026
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Key points Angie Nixon's victory is seen as a shock upset to the party establishment. A democratic socialist has won a primary election, defeating a moderate former national security professional.
A democratic socialist has won a primary election, defeating a moderate former national security professional. State Rep. Angie Nixon's victory is seen as a shock upset to the party establishment.
Nixon will now face a challenge in the general election, with some considering her chances a long shot. S. Sen.
Ashley Moody, who was selected by Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill a vacant seat. Moody is a former state attorney general.
Further details about the election and its implications are available from the source.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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