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Iowans head to the caucuses tonight in the first official contest of the 2020 presidential campaign. Dan sets the stage, and explains the arcane rules, with Axios co-founder Mike Allen.

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Podcast: Iowans make their choice

Setting the stage for tonight's caucuses and explaining the arcane rules.

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