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Democrats hold significant advantages going into Election Day, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. But lagging enthusiasm among key groups is just one indicator that gains may not come easy.
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If you're in the Cape Girardeau area of Southeast Missouri like me, this week's day trip is a long haul, at about a 2.5-hour drive. But holy Ozarks, is it worth every gas station bathroom that you have to brave.
On this edition of the show, we talk with Kimberly Rueseler from University School for Young Children; Dr. Jim Daughter shares exciting news for the SEMO Marching Band and Dr. Jason Sides provides a preview of the mid-term elections.
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