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Contenders in Pennsylvania Senate race shy from risky climate, energy stances while courting voters

One of four notable swing districts, Pennsylvania’s 37th Senate seat could shift the balance of power in state government. That could have big implications for climate and energy policy — but the candidates aren’t fronting those issues.

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