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Democrats and Republicans draw battle lines for November’s general election with primaries ending
Republicans are using the Democratic Socialists of America and high prices to press a message aimed at voters worried about the economy.
As summer ends, Democrats and Republicans are beginning a two-month sprint to the general election with fundamentally different campaign strategies centered on the DSA and the economy.
National gas prices averaged $4.18 last week, the fifth consecutive week exceeding $4, yet the Republican National Committee cited the word "Democrat" 73 times in this month's talking points.
Republican strategist David Urban acknowledged the party's message "has limits. That's not going to work everywhere," while describing the war in Iran as "a mess" dragging the economy.
In a Michigan swing district, Democratic congressional candidate Christina Hines emphasized voters prioritize fuel and groceries, stating, "It costs me $73 to fill up our minivan right now."
The choice of campaign messages will determine whether Republican President Donald Trump and his party maintain full control of Washington for the next two years, shaping the nation's direction.