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Sep 2021
43m 20s

Iowa: Musical Chairs with Mary Marantz

SHARON MCMAHON
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In this episode, Sharon sits down with Mary Marantz, best-selling author, podcast host, and renowned photographer, to break down the system of the Iowa caucus. Iowa caucuses are electoral events that take place every presidential election among Iowa voters. Compared to the traditional secret ballot most American voters are accustomed to, Iowa has maintained ... Show More
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