Missouri's Bell-Bush rematch could be critical test for where national Democrats are heading

KCUR is an established public radio newsroom with a local reporting focus and named author. The article presents reporting from both candidates and includes an identified political science professor and local supporters.

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The article presents the contest and the candidates’ contrasting positions in mostly descriptive language. It includes criticism and praise from both candidates’ supporters without an evident partisan slant.

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