Candidates from underrepresented communities made history across the country, with voters electing Chris Pappas as the first openly gay male US senator.
US Midterm Elections 2026: While some of these candidates have avoided focusing on the inherent historic value of their race, gender, religion or sexual orientation, some voters' rights advocates are celebrating how the electorate has expanded.
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US Midterm Elections 2026: While some of these candidates have avoided focusing on the inherent historic value of their race, gender, religion or sexual orientation, some voters' rights advocates are celebrating how the electorate has expanded.
Candidates from underrepresented communities made history across the country, with voters electing Chris Pappas as the first openly gay male US senator.
Candidates from underrepresented communities made history across the country, with voters electing Chris Pappas as the first openly gay male US senator.
