What does the cryptic crossword clue "Elected Republican in Springfield is hard work (8)" mean?

The definition is "hard work". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "Elected") + R (synonym of "Republican") + DUSTY (synonym of "Springfield"); definition: "hard work" The answer is INDUSTRY.

Elected Republican in Springfield is hard work (8)

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