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Why did Walsh initially receive little support from the Republican Party in his bid against Bean?
He had a controversial past
He wasn't popular within the party
He was a first-time candidate
He was aligned with the Tea Party movement
Answer
Walsh's alignment with the Tea Party movement, a conservative faction known for its strong opposition to establishment politics and its antipathy towards the Republican Party's traditional leadership, alienated many within the party. This lack of support hindered his initial efforts to gain traction in his bid to challenge incumbent Mark Bean.
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