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Uyterhoeven Declares Victory in 2nd Middlesex Democratic Primary

Her primary win effectively decides the seat because no Republican is on the November ballot.

Overview

  • Uyterhoeven declared victory after her three active Democratic opponents conceded late Tuesday, and campaign statements confirmed the concessions.
  • Associated Press unofficial tallies put Uyterhoeven at roughly 37–38 percent of the vote with most ballots counted, while Christine P. Barber finished second with about 30 percent.
  • Because no Republican is listed on the general-election ballot, the Democratic primary outcome makes Uyterhoeven the likely next state senator for the 2nd Middlesex district.
  • Uyterhoeven is a state representative first elected in 2020 who identifies as a Democratic Socialist and has pushed transparency and pro-union measures in the House, including a rule to publish committee votes.
  • Thomas E. Hopcroft had withdrawn in July but remained on the ballot and received about 1 percent, and officials have not yet issued a formal call or certified the primary results.