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WBUR map tracks Massachusetts governor votes back to 1970
A WBUR map follows Massachusetts governor voting since 1970, contrasting the state's blue reputation with its more mixed gubernatorial politics.
October 31, 2026
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WBUR map tracks Massachusetts governor votes back to 1970
A WBUR map follows Massachusetts governor voting since 1970, contrasting the state's blue reputation with its more mixed gubernatorial politics.
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