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Leach Remains Steadfast in Iowa House Campaign

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By David Welna

Published November 3, 2002 at 12:00 AM EST

Republican Jim Leach struggles to keep his Iowa House seat in a newly redistricted, liberal-leaning district. Democrat Julie Thomas comes on strong, but Leach continues to refuse contributions from dubious sources. NPR's David Welna reports.

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