Gubernatorial candidates have 26th and final debate before Tuesday election

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From left: Gary Eichten moderates a gubernatorial debate between Independence Party candidate Tom Horner, Democrat Mark Dayton and Republican Tom Emmer.
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Democrat Mark Dayton, Republican Tom Emmer and the Independence Party's Tom Horner sparred over the issues Sunday as the three candidates for governor met for their 26th and final debate before Minnesotans head to the polls on Tuesday. The debate, held at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul, was hosted by Minnesota Public Radio and moderated by Midday host Gary Eichten.

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