 Joe Radinovich celebrated a convincing primary win in Brainerd last night. Radinovich took in 44 percent of the vote in the primary, easily topping runner-up Michelle Lee, who had 27 percent. That gave Radinovich the Democratic nomination in the race for U.S. Congress District 8. Radinovich, who grew up in Crosby, ran on the premise of fighting for working-class people, ensuring universal health care, and access to good education. He also pledged to take no contributions from corporate PACs in his campaign. Radinovich will face Pete Stauber, who won the Republican nomination last night. Stauber is heavily backed by the Republican Party. Vice President Mike Pence stopped in the district to fundraise for him last week. The two will campaign to win District 8, which encompasses the Arrowhead region and much of the Iron Range. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.