Elissa Slotkin arrived in New York City one day before 9/11—and before the smoke cleared, she knew what she wanted to do with her life. She went on to serve in the CIA, did three tours in Iraq, and worked in the White House under two presidents. Sarah McCammon spoke with Senator Slotkin about what shaped her politics, why Democrats need more alpha energy, and why she wants a crowded 2028 primary.
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