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And some of the people on your ballot might be first-time candidates. 

MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with three candidates on why they decided to run this election season. 

She also spoke with APM Reports investigative reporter Tom Scheck on what’s happening at the polls across the country. 

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Tuesday marks a week until Election Day. MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with three first-time candidates who are jumping into local elections in Minnesota. She also looked at what’s happening at the polls across the country.

MPR News with Angela Davis - Tuesday marks a week until Election Day. MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with three first-time candidates who are jumping into local elections in Minnesota. She also looked at what’s happening at the polls across the country.

MPR News with Angela Davis - Meet a few of Minnesota’s first time candidates

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Meet a few of Minnesota’s first time candidates

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