Three candidates in northern Wisconsin are vying to replace retiring Congressman Dave Obey this election year.They’re offering plenty of ideas on fixing a problem they think is heavily on the minds of voters:the economy.Mike Simonson takes a look at the three candidates and their ideas for improving the economic picture.
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