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Debbie Halvorson
Debbie Halvorson is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois’ 11th district. She was defeated for re-election by Republican Adam Kinzinger in 2010.
Debbie Halvorson is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois’ 11th district. She was defeated for re-election by Republican Adam Kinzinger in 2010.
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