Crypto Voters Propel Deaton to Historic Gains Against Elizabeth
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Brad Garlinghouse highlights the growing influence of crypto voters in shaping U.S. political outcomes. John Deaton’s pro-crypto campaign outperformed past GOP results, gaining traction despite a major funding gap. Crypto-focused policies are increasingly pivotal, mobilizing voters across traditional political lines in key races. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, emphasized the growing influence of crypto voters in shaping U.S. elections. In a post on social media, he pointed to Massachusetts Senate race data as an example of this emerging trend. The contest between incumbent Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican challenger John Deaton revealed surprising voting dynamics, particularly among those outside traditional political lines. If you needed even clearer evidence that the crypto voter is alive and well, here it is in the data… I hope the Dems find a way to hold @GaryGensler accountable for ignoring the law. https://t.co/rJA2SCczG6 — Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) November 7, 2024 John Deaton’s Pro-Crypto Campaign: Breaking Political Norms John Deaton, a newcomer to politics, captured 40.4% of the vote in Massachusetts, where just 8.3% of voters are registered Republicans. Despite being outspent—Warren’s campaign raised $25 million compared to Deaton’s $3.5 million—Deaton’s message resonated strongly with voters. His performance outpaced previous Republican candidates in the state. Compared to the 2020 Senate race, when Ed Markey defeated his Republican opponent by 33.2%, and Warren’s 2018 victory by 24.2%, Deaton’s results marked a significant shift. Mass. Senate Race (Warren wins by 19.2%)Warren: 59.6%Deaton: 40.4% Presidential Race in Mass.(Harris wins by 24.8%)Harris: 61.3%Trump: 36.5%Other: 2.2% Deaton outperformed Trump by 4%.So, over 100,000 non-Trump voters cast their ballots for Deaton. — MetaLawMan (@MetaLawMan) November 7, 2024 How Crypto Advocacy Reshaped Massachusetts Senate Race Deaton’s campaign leveraged his pro-crypto stance to attract a unique voter base. Over 100,000 voters who did not support Donald Trump in the presidential race chose Deaton, reflecting…
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