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At SEMO’s University Center, Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives in Missouri's 8th Congressional District—Frank Barnitz and Chris Reichard—participated in a public debate on May 16, discussing their views on several topics, such as gun violence, education, affordability, and the 'Citizens United' decision.
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