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Deval Patrick considering late entry into 2020 presidential race

Former Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick is “strongly considering” entering the 2020 Democratic field of presidential candidates, according to a person familiar with his plans, and may announce this week.

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Deval Patrick may announce 2020 presidential run

Former Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick is “strongly considering” entering the 2020 Democratic field of presidential candidates, according to a person familiar with his plans, and may announce this week.

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A Pennsylvania roofer loved Bill Clinton and voted for Obama. Here’s how Trump lured him from the Democrats

Amid a stronger local economy, there are questions about whether Democrats can win back white working-class voters in western Pennsylvania in 2020.
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