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What Kentucky primary did Barkley lose early in his career?

  • Senate primary

  • Presidential primary

  • Gubernatorial primary

  • Mayoral primary

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In the gubernatorial primary, Alben W. Barkley, a prominent Democrat from Kentucky, faced a significant setback early in his political career. The specific details surrounding his defeat are not readily available, but this loss played a crucial role in shaping his future trajectory and reinforcing the competitive nature of Kentucky politics during that era.
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