ERIE, Pa. — The outcome of the race for county executive in this northwestern Pennsylvania corner didn’t get much national scrutiny or post-election analysis because the incumbent Democrat, Kathy Dahlkemper, ultimately won.
But it should have. Why? Because it is worth at least diving into what is happening to this once-reliable stronghold for Democratic candidates; it may not be red, but it sure is a vibrant shade of purple.
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