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John's Notebook: A new era for women in public office

The culture of American life is changing at a rapid pace from Hollywood to the kitchen. Politics takes a while to catch up, but change is taking place there too. The naming of Tina Smith as Sen. Al Franken's replacement means 22 women, a record high, will serve in the Senate next year.
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