Democrat Beto O'Rourke drops out of presidential race

O'Rourke campaigned in our region in August

WASHINGTON – Democrat Beto O'Rourke announced the end of his presidential campaign on Friday.

He made the announcement on Twitter, shortly before 5:30 p.m.

 

 

He posted a longer message here.

In August, O'Rourke came to our region, becoming the first candidate to do so this election season.

In the Oct. 17-29 polling window, O'Rourke was tied for seventh place among Democratic candidates, according to the Real Clear Politics average. 
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