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An obstetrician and gynecologist, Kristin Lyerly, declared her candidacy as the first Democratic contender in Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District, following the retirement of Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher.

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Democratic doctor who performed abortions enters race for open Wisconsin congressional seat

A doctor who performs abortions became the first Democratic candidate in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District on Thursday, entering the race for the seat opened up by the surprise retirement of Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher.

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