Politics & Government
Rausch Wins Norfolk, Bristol & Middlesex Democratic Primary
Rebecca Rausch will challenge Republican state Senator Richard Ross of Wrentham.

NEEDHAM, MA — Needham Town Meeting member Rebecca Rausch has taken a strong lead in the race for the Democratic nomination for the state Senate's Norfolk, Bristol & Middlesex District.
With 79 percent of precincts reporting, the New York Times has called the race for Rausch. Jacqueline Katz is in second.
The winner will take on Republican Richard Ross of Wrentham. He had an uncontested primary Tuesday night.
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Below is Rausch's victory speech:
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