POLITICSMICHIGAN ADVANCE
Will Lawrence emerges as victor in MI-7 Democratic Primary
William Lawrence won the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Bridget Brink and Matt Maasdam. He will face Republican incumbent Tom Barrett in the November general election. The district is rated a 'toss-up' by Cook Political Report, and Lawrence’s victory reflects a split between progressive and moderate wings of the Democratic Party.
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