Can GOP's Hovde Unify Wisconsin Voters?

Eric Hovde, a Republican running for the Senate from Wisconsin, wants to replace Senator Tammy Baldwin

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Hovde's prior backing for controversial people and

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extremist policies may provide a challenge to his campaign's unity platform.

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He must strike a balance between his allegiance to Trump and conventional Republican principles,

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even with the support of Mitch McConnell and the NRSC.

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Critics call into doubt his dedication to Wisconsin and draw attention to

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his prior stances on matters such as abortion and healthcare.

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Democrats contend that Hovde's plan is not in line with the ideals of the state.

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