This week, Democrat Katie Porter declared victory over Greg Raths for Orange County's 45th Congressional District seat. Host Alex Cohen talked to the congresswoman before and after her win. Porter discussed engaging in democracy and finding joy in the process. She also spoke about her questioning of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and how being a mother helped her prepare for the exchange.

Producer Esther Lee then joins to share how she's finding joy during election week.

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Rep. Katie Porter vs. Postmaster Dejoy

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