Backlash Narrows Race

Rick Jackson's debate absence is most likely to become a short-term campaign liability because the race was already rated a tossup and polling showed only a two-point Jackson edge. Keisha Lance Bottoms can use the solo debate format, Obama endorsement, and debate footage to frame Jackson as avoiding scrutiny.

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