Branstad Wins Iowa Governor Race as Conlin Concedes
Branstad defeats Conlin to succeed Robert Ray in Iowa's governorship. Analysts cite Conlin’s tax disclosures and campaign missteps, while Branstad emphasizes economic growth and a road bond plan contested as risky. Voters favored rural areas and the Republican approach to state finances.
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Congress reshapes Senate as Republicans gain edge in 1982 races
The GOP picks up seats including Virginia and Nebraska while Democrats retain key figures like Kennedy Moynihan and Byrd. Mario Cuomo narrowly defeats Louis Lehrman in New York as George Wallace wins a fourth term in Alabama. Joe Trible wins Virginia, Jeff Bingaman defeats Schmitt in New Mexico, and Kerrey unseats Thone in Nebraska. House balance remains contested with Reagan priorities noted by Baker.
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Weather Report Extended Forecast With Regional Thunderstorms
The forecast shows no significant precipitation Friday through Sunday with high temperatures in the low 40s Friday and mid-50s by Sunday, and overnight lows from the teens to low 20s Friday rising to the low 30s by Sunday. Strong storms affected the Gulf Coast, Mississippi Delta, and southern Texas with a Lafayette tornado and Cuero hail.
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Tauke Wins Narrow Victory Amid Reaganics Debate in Dubuque
Tauke declares victory a praise of his work and rejects negative campaigning while Appel blames finances for his loss. He says Reaganomics framed the race but does not feel it defined the outcome. Preliminary results show Tauke ahead by a sizable margin in the 2nd District.
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Anderson and Pope Come From Distinct Backgrounds in Assembly
Anderson, 37, a former high school journalism teacher, has ties to a Newton real estate firm. Pope, 42, is a professor of constitutional law at Drake University in Des Moines. Both have General Assembly experience but dissimilar professional roots.
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