In a competitive race between two Democrats, Melissa Demyan, a labor organizer, is challenging 20-year incumbent Larry Springer for a 45th district state house seat. We talk with Melissa about her priorities, how she differs from Rep. Larry Springer, and her vision for the 45thth legislative district.

Transcript and resources: https://www.officialhacksandwonks.com/new-leadership-or-old-guard-demyan-challenges-springer-in-45th-district-race/

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