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Yes, elected officials can change party affiliation mid-term. Sinema went from Dem to Ind in 22 & caucused w/Dems.

Jim Jeffords went from GOP to Ind in 2001 & caucused w/Dems, giving Dems control of the Senate.

Jim Jeffords, Who Altered Power in Senate, Dies at 80 www.nytimes.com/2014/08/19/u...
Jim Jeffords, Who Altered Power in Senate, Dies at 80 (Gift Article)
Once a Republican who supported abortion rights, gay rights and the National Endowment for the Arts, Senator Jeffords shook up the political landscape when he left the party in 2001.
www.nytimes.com
March 1, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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Jon on Trump’s Trade War, The War on DEI & Myth of “Meritocracy”

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Jon on Trump’s Trade War, The War on DEI & Myth of “Meritocracy” | The Daily Show
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February 4, 2025 at 4:02 AM
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A new report predicts that, while the wine industry is dealing with a historic downturn, consumers are about to enter a “golden era” of pricing due to a massive oversupply of wine.
California wine is in crisis. But for consumers, it could be a ‘golden era’ of deals
A new report predicts that declining sales will lead to lower prices and "incredible values" in 2025.
www.sfchronicle.com
January 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM