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Political Science Prof. on outgoing U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

August 30, 2019

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UW-Superior Political Science Professor Dr. Alisa Von Hagel provides insight on the resignation of U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy, R-Wausau. She also forecasts the political future of Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Joining the show from Superior, Von Hagel says Duffy’s resignation may be a part of an ongoing trend among Republicans.

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