5 states have primary elections on Tuesday. These are the races to watch

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The preview draws on polling, ad-spending data, and named election analysts and officials, and it presents several candidates’ positions and campaign dynamics. It offers limited sourcing for some broader claims and is a preview rather than a deep examination of the races.

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