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Closed: Sep 9, 6:47 PM EST
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Voters in Massachusetts' 8th congressional district will participate in a Democratic primary election on September 1, 2026. The outcome will determine which candidate secures the party's nomination for the upcoming congressional race.
Multiple markets assess whether Stephen Lynch achieves specific margin thresholds in the 2026 MA-08 Democratic primary. The margin of victory is calculated as Lynch’s vote share minus the next highest candidate’s share if Lynch wins, or the highest candidate’s share if Lynch loses. Margins are evaluated without rounding, with each range inclusive of the lower bound and exclusive of the upper bound. Votes for Lynch across multiple parties or listings are aggregated. Markets resolve to Yes if Lynch’s margin meets or exceeds the specified percentage thresholds (2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, 10%, 12%, 14%, or 16%).
This market resolves around Sep 1, 2027, with the outcome confirmed once the official election results are verified against credible public sources. The final margin of victory will determine whether the contract settles for the ‘at least 2%’ outcome or the alternative. No further interpretation is needed beyond the publicly reported results.
Several key signals could shift this market before it resolves around Sep 1, 2027. Major developments in candidate campaigns—such as debate performances, endorsements, scandals, or changes in voter registration—may cause rapid adjustments in trader sentiment. Economic indicators or national political trends that influence voter preferences in Massachusetts could also impact pricing. As polls tighten or break wide, market participants will react, potentially creating volatility. Additionally, any structural changes to the primary process, like voting rule adjustments or controversies over ballot access, might reshape expectations and move this market significantly in either direction.