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In today’s edition, Frank Thorp V and Ryan Nobles speak with Democratic candidates who are touting their gun credentials. Plus, Andrea Mitchell digs into President Donald Trump’s potential next moves on Iran.

— Adam Wollner

Meet the Democrats trying to flip the script on gun rights

By Frank Thorp V and Ryan Nobles

A group of Democratic candidates on the ballot next week are hoping to start a new conversation around guns as part of a strategy to win back rural voters in red-leaning areas.

Wisconsin’s 1st District: Democrat Mitchell Berman ’s ads have portrayed him as a proud gun owner and hunter.…