In Minnesota’s traditionally moderate 3rd Congressional District, Rep. Erik Paulsen is facing a competitive challenge in opponent Democrat Dean Phillips, who hopes to unseat the Republican seeking a sixth term in Congress.
Voters will have to weigh heavily Paulsen’s experience and seniority against Phillips’ fresh perspective in a race that is in the national spotlight.
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