Early voting is underway for the midterm elections. And every race matters, from the governor to the U.S. Senate, the Legislature and on down to school boards.

The Gaggle and The Arizona Republic’s political team are connecting with candidates so you can hear them make their case to voters in their words.

This is part of a series of special bonus episodes of The Gaggle throughout the voting period.

I’m Amanda Luberto, one of the producers for The Gaggle. In this bonus episode we’ll hear from Democratic candidate Greg Stanton who is running for the 4th Congressional District. This district covers Tempe, parts of Mesa, Phoenix and Chandler.

It’s been referred to as the “big purple corridor” because of its independent-leaning nature.

The Arizona Republic reached out to Republican candidate for this race, Kelly Cooper, but he didn’t respond to our request to participate.

You will hear Tara Kavaler, a politics reporter for the Arizona Republic, ask the questions.

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BONUS: Q&A with CD4 candidate Greg Stanton