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At Farmfest, Senate hopefuls stick to familiar scripts — and take a few detours
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· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the event and the candidates' interactions can be found in the original report from the Star Tribune.
A recent event at Farmfest featured a debate between Senate hopefuls. The discussion involved Democrats Peggy Flanagan and Angie Craig, as well as Republicans Michele Tafoya and Royce White. The debate took place just a week before the primary election, indicating a crucial time for the candidates.
Details of the discussion are available from the source. Further information about the event and the candidates' interactions can be found in the original report from the Star Tribune.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 5, 2026 ·
Source: Star Tribune ·
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