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Democrats Should Look Beyond Rural Voter Stereotypes, Author Sarah Smarsh Says

Author Sarah Smarsh rejects the narrative that poor and white inherently means a Trump sign on the front lawn.
A voter in Minnesota holds their "I Voted" sticker. (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Coasting along the rolling plains leading up to the Iowa caucus, Democratic candidates know they must answer to flyover state voters.

However, not all candidates agree on an approach. Some White House hopefuls double-down on rural outreach by knocking on doors and stopping by the Iowa Steak Fry.

Other candidates may shift focus to city voters, especially women of color, forgetting

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