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A Democratic wave and more takeaways from the US midterm elections
By Maria Chen
Sound off: What could be done to encourage more pet adoption from shelters?
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
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What could local communities do to encourage more people to adopt pets from animal shelters? Send us your view in 200 words or less.
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