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A supporter cries as Beto O'Rourke concedes at his election night party.

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O'Rourke visiting a shelter during Hurricane Harvey.

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Win or lose, Betomania has been a big victory for Texas progressives | Salon.com

... like Andrew Gillum, in Florida's race for governor, are betting that enthusiasm from young and minority voters can reshape the region's politics.

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