Why Thomas Massie Wanted to Lose
Thomas Massie lost his primary election by 10 points, despite previously downplaying his opponent's chances. He expressed a willingness to retire from politics and return to farming, suggesting that losing could improve his quality of life. However, his loss may elevate his profile as a libertarian figure, allowing him to continue promoting his ideology outside of Congress.
- ▪Thomas Massie lost his primary election by 10 points.
- ▪He indicated he would be happy to retire from politics and return to farming.
- ▪Massie's loss may enhance his status as a libertarian figure and goodwill ambassador for his political ideology.
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Why Thomas Massie Wanted to Lose Scott Pinsker | 12:38 PM on May 20, 2026 AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite Lose a primary, gain a movement?On May 18, Rep. Thomas Massie pooh-poohed his opponent’s chances: “You don't send the Secretary of War to Kentucky during a war if you think your candidate is up 10 points. That's what you do when you realize your whole campaign is imploding.” Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function () { googletag.display("div-gpt-300x250_3"); //googletag.pubads().refresh([gptAdSlot["div-gpt-300x250_3"]]) }); And then, of course, Massie lost by 10 points.
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