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Democrat Rep. Collin Peterson, who has represented Minnesota's 7th Congressional District since 1991, is facing off with Republican candidate Dave Hughes for the seat. It will be their second time going head to head after Hughes lost to Peterson in 2016 by 5 percentage points.

The candidates will be meeting for a debate on MPR News Oct. 19 at 11:30 a.m. 

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Where the 7th District candidates stand on the issues

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Democrat Rep. Collin Peterson, who has represented Minnesota's 7th Congressional District since 1991, is facing off with Republican candidate Dave Hughes for the seat. Not sure who to vote for? Take our quiz to see which candidate with whom you most align.

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