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Podcast: The Suburban House Districts of Brotherly Love?

The Big Story, Episode 69

By Jason Dick and Bridget Bowman
Posted August 30, 2017 at 5:12pm

Philadelphia’s suburbs have long been political bellwethers, and any road to a House majority will likely run through them. Democrats are targeting three Republican House members in Philly’s suburban districts. Roll Call Senior Political Reporter Bridget Bowman discusses the races with CQ Roll Call Leadership Editor Jason Dick on The Big Story Podcast.

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