Commentary: Uncontested elections are undermining American democracy
Nadia Milleron is profiled as an independent candidate challenging Richard Neal to promote competition in an otherwise potentially uncontested race.
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An opinion essay argues that uncontested elections weaken democratic participation by reducing debate, turnout and constituent accountability. It profiles independent candidate Nadia Milleron’s repeated challenges to Massachusetts Rep. Richard Neal and criticizes barriers to entering politics.
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SWIPE →Independent House candidate challenging Richard Neal in Massachusetts’ 1st District
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Richard E. Neal
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Representative and incumbent opponent of Nadia Milleron
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