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Yassamin Ansari Wins Democratic Primary for Arizona's 3rd District After Recount

Ansari secures victory over Raquel Terán by 39 votes, setting up a general election contest against Republican Jeff Zink.

  • The recount confirmed Ansari's win with 19,087 votes to Terán's 19,048.
  • Arizona law mandates a recount when the margin of victory is 0.5% or less.
  • Ansari's campaign focused on progressive policies including affordable housing and climate action.
  • Terán, a former state senator and community activist, conceded the race and congratulated Ansari.
  • The district is heavily Democratic, making Ansari the likely winner in the November election.
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