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MPR News hosted a debate in one of the most closely watched primary races in Minnesota, the U.S. Senate Democratic primary. 

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are the front runners vying for the seat that will be vacated by U.S. Sen. Tina Smith’s retirement. 

University of Minnesota political scientist Larry Jacobs joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini in the studio after listening to the debate and provided analysis. 

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MPR News hosted the last head-to-head debate between U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Angie Craig ahead of the Aug. 11 primary. 

MPR News hosted the last head-to-head debate between Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Angie Craig ahead of the Aug. 11 primary. 

Analysis of the MPR News U.S. DFL primary debate between Craig, Flanagan

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, left, and Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan

Analysis of the MPR News U.S. DFL primary debate between Craig, Flanagan

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