Special election in Minnesota highlights concerns over political violence after lawmaker's death

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Special election in Minnesota highlights concerns over political violence after lawmaker's death
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A special election in Brooklyn Park will fill the seat left vacant by the late Melissa Hortman, with candidates XP Lee and Ruth Bittner acknowledging they cannot replace her unique legacy. The community remains emotionally affected by the recent violence, and the election's outcome will influence party control of the Minnesota House, with a special session planned to address issues like gun violence.

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