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Kevin Nicholson drops out of Wisconsin GOP governor race
Kevin Nicholson has consistently trailed in the polls behind former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch and construction business co-owner Tim Michels. The Republican primary winner will advance to face Democratic Gov. Tony Evers in a race that's a national priority for both parties.
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