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The Democrats are running more female veterans for office than ever before – but can they win?

  • Written by Theresa Schroeder Hageman, Visiting Assistant Professor, Ohio Northern University
Amy McGrath speaks to supporters in Louisville, Kentucky.AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley

It’s not often that a political unknown’s campaign ad goes viral. But in 2018, M.J. Hegar (TX-13) burst onto the scene with “Doors,” a provocative campaign announcement video that placed her military experience and leadership ability front...

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