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- ↑ Kurtz, Josh (August 19, 2024). "Maryland leaders ready for their close-up at Democratic convention to anoint Harris". Maryland Matters. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
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- ↑ "Pa. House Democrats secure majority with Rep. Todd Stephens' concession in close race". Pennsylvania Capital-Star. November 17, 2022. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
- ↑ "General election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 151". BallotPedia. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
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