Politics & Government

1,100 Turn Out For GOP Senate Debate

A crowd of Republicans turned out for the Lindenwood University-hosted Republican Senate Debate.

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Voters both decided and undecided in the race for the Republican Senate nomination swarmed Monday night to hear Todd Akin, Sarah Steelman and John Brunner debate the issues.

The three candidates are vying for the GOP senate nomination in an effort to oust Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill.

The debate, hosted by FM NewsTalk 97.1, brought out Republicans from across the St. Louis area. Lindenwood organizers said 1,100 people came out to hear the candidates speak.

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Patch caught up with some locals who attended the debate, from campaigners to undecided voters.

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