In recent weeks, The Outlook has published profiles of candidates in a number of relatively high-profile local races. While these may hopefully help undecided voters in the choice for county commissioner or state representative, there are many more races at the state and national levels left to be decided. The following list breaks down other key races on Tuesday’s ballot.
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