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The Capital Challenge race, explained

Political Theater, Episode 291

Runners take off from the starting line during the ACLI Capital Challenge 3-mile race in Anacostia Park on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
Runners take off from the starting line during the ACLI Capital Challenge 3-mile race in Anacostia Park on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

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