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How young Republicans and Democrats are whipping up votes in key districts
As the presidential race ramps up in Georgia, one vital voting demographic is mobilizing and hoping to impact the race: young people.
JD Vance’s time on the trail has often been overshadowed by self-made controversy
Republican Ohio Sen. JD Vance is prolific on the campaign trail with speeches and talking to reporters, but his messaging has at times been overshadowed by controversy often of his own making.
Walz, Vance split on abortion, border, economic policies in issues-driven debate
Questions around climate change, border concerns, abortion and the economy drove Tuesday night’s vice presidential faceoff. Vance and Walz remained largely cordial in the debate and steered away from personal attacks.
As debate rages over coverage, rural Minnesotans face challenges getting fertility care
For many rural Minnesotans getting treatments is still really hard and expensive. The stark reality is 1 in 6 in the state are currently experiencing infertility, and for those living outside the metro, treatment options are especially limited. 
 St. Cloud Somali community seeks political influence, but not all share same views
More than two decades since the first East African refugees settled in St. Cloud, some community members are seeking a more active role in government and politics. But their political views are varied.
Austrian far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
The Freedom Party on Sunday secured the first far-right national parliamentary election victory in post-World War II Austria. But political rivals have said they won’t work with the party’s leader.