To the Point

Democrats aim to retake the Senate

Hosted by Warren Olney Aug. 31, 2016 National

Women have struggled to increase their numbers in the US Senate. But, after November's election, there could be more than ever before. And female candidates are key to the Democrats re-taking control of the Upper House. We look at the states that could make a difference.

Photo: Senate candidate, Illinois Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (D) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

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Credits

Host:
Warren Olney

Producers:
Katie Cooper, Evan George, Sáša Woodruff