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Latter-day Saints women turn away from scandal-plagued Republican candidate in Arizona

Arizona Republican candidate for Congress Mark Lamb has been accused of sexual misconduct while sheriff.

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NPR reports: Arizona Republican candidate for Congress Mark Lamb has been accused of sexual misconduct while sheriff.

His controversy is turning many voters away as Democrats see an opportunity in the red seat.

This politics story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Arizona Republican, Latter-day Saints and Republican.

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United States · Americas
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NPR
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Key names
Arizona Republican, Latter-day Saints, Republican, Arizona
Section
Politics

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