8th Congressional District

Cravaack, Nolan battle over Medicare

Republican Chip Cravaack and Democrat Rick Nolan are battling over Medicare in the 8th District. Both candidates have aired new TV ads on the subject earlier this week to criticize the other over who would better protect health care for seniors.

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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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