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Voters Penalize Gay and Trans Candidates in Politico Poll

A series of hypothetical polling matchups reveals that voters don't penalize candidates for their race or gender, but do for LGBTQ identity.

Voters Penalize Gay and Trans Candidates in Politico Poll

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A series of hypothetical polling matchups reveals that voters don't penalize candidates for their race or gender, but do for LGBTQ identity.

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A series of hypothetical polling matchups reveals that voters don't penalize candidates for their race or gender, but do for LGBTQ identity.

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