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Joe Kelly’s Run for State Senate: Vision, Priorities & the Fight for the 36th District
Season 2026, Ep. 7.6
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Joe Kelly joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his campaign for Connecticut’s 36th District State Senate seat. He shares what’s driving his run, and the key issues facing local residents.
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