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Candidates make final pitches ahead of special election to fill Swalwell's seat
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Velena Jones , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the candidates and their platforms can be found through local news sources, including NBC Bay Area.
Voters in the area are preparing for a special election to fill a vacant congressional seat. Two candidates, a state senator and a BART director, are competing for the position. Their political backgrounds are being scrutinized as they make last-minute appeals to voters.
The special election is nearing, with voters set to decide on a replacement for the former representative. A primary election held earlier this year provided some indication of voter preferences, but the outcome is still uncertain. Further information about the candidates and their platforms can be found through local news sources, including NBC Bay Area.
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Category: government Published: August 10, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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