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It’s now November and Election Day is almost here.  

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Minnesota’s Secretary of State about what’s being done to make sure the balloting and the counting goes smoothly, and when might we know who won races up and down the ballot.  

Later, Minnesota DFL and Republican Party chairs share their closing takes on an unconventional campaign year, and seasoned political pros stop in for an election night preview. We’ll learn what they’re watching for and how the state Capitol might look when the dust settles. 

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Election Day is Tuesday, so how might it shake out? MPR News host Brian Bakst and his guests talk about the closing days of the 2024 campaign and what to watch for when the results come in on election night. 

Election Day is Tuesday, so how might it shake out? MPR News host Brian Bakst and his guests talk about the closing days of the 2024 campaign and what to watch for when the results come in on Election Night. 

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