8th Congressional District

Minn. autism advocate criticizes GOP's Cravaack

An autism advocate accused Republican Rep. Chip Cravaack on Monday of revealing his son's autism to get sympathy as he faces questions about his Minnesota ties in a tight congressional race.

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District Information

Median Age
41.5
School Age
19.4%
Age 65+
16.3%
Living in poverty
12.5%
Per capita income
$24,260
Median housing value
$164,900
Unemployment
7.8%
Minorities
6.1%
College Graduates
20.8%
No high school diploma
9.4%

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