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Lesko to challenge Murphy in LD21, senator says he is “disappointed and hurt”

Ben Giles//November 20, 2013//

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Lesko to challenge Murphy in LD21, senator says he is “disappointed and hurt”

Lesko to challenge Murphy in LD21, senator says he is “disappointed and hurt”

Ben Giles//November 20, 2013//

Rep. Debbie Lesko will challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Rick Murphy in Legislative District 21, citing concerns that his ongoing “personal struggles” could cost the GOP a seat in the Arizona...

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