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Taking back Sen. Kennedy’s old seat a top priority for Democrats in 2012

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BOSTON — Democrats are seeking to make amends in Massachusetts after Scott Brown’s (R) stunning election to the Senate last January.

Party members and labor groups in the state said that beating Brown will likely be their top priority in 2012, presenting them an opportunity to reclaim the late Sen. Edward Kennedy’s (D) longtime seat.

Brown also represents one of the few pickup opportunities for Democrats, who’ll be defending 23 Senate seats in the coming election.

Full Story: Taking back Sen. Kennedy’s old seat a top priority for Democrats in 2012 – TheHill.com