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The WY and the wherefore: Liz Cheney’s loss

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Liz Cheney: Rise and Fall in a Trump-Dominated GOP

This chapter explores Liz Cheney's political journey within the Republican Party amid her fierce opposition to Donald Trump post-January 6th. It recounts the aftermath of her election loss in Wyoming, her enduring commitment to democratic values, and the implications of her stance on the future of her political career. Additionally, the chapter examines her opponent Harriet Hageman's alignment with Trump and the broader trends in Republican politics that influenced Cheney's downfall.

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