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Women of the Year, which recognizes women who have made a significant impact across the country. She was highlighted by
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631:"Finke, Leigh - Legislator Record - Minnesota Legislators Past & Present"
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Ending the Silence: Confronting Sexual Shame in the Church
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2022 DFL Primary - Minnesota State House - District 66A
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202:(DFL), Finke represents District 66A in the
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1481:Lisa Demuth
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192:Leigh Finke
80:Preceded by
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1621:Ben Davis
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110:Children
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2890:Fue Lee
1585:Jim Joy
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425:Votes
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