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Can Democrats Flip Omaha's House Seat? Denise Powell Thinks So.

Ep. 135

Democratic congressional candidate Denise Powell joins the show to discuss the state of the race in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District as a crowded primary field competes for one of the most closely watched seats in the country. Powell outlines how she plans to build a coalition across party lines and distinguishes herself in the field, while also weighing in on key issues including rising costs for Nebraska families, the ongoing government shutdown impacting federal workers, and questions surrounding U.S. involvement in the conflict with Iran.

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