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Big First Candidates Meeting Today for Debate

By Stephen Koranda, KPR Statehouse Reporter

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Topeka, KS – The 1st Congressional District stretches across nearly three quarters of the state, from just west of Topeka to the western border. Candidates for the "Big First" seat will meet Monday in Emporia for a debate. KPR's Stephen Koranda has more.

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