Ernst Makes Iowa History As First Woman In Senate
Iowa voters chose Republican Joni Ernst over Democrat Bruce Braley to claim an historic Senate seat. The 46 year old National Guard officer rose from relative obscurity to win a brutal campaign that drew a record 62 million in outside spending. Ernst praised supporters and pledged to bring Iowa values to Washington while Braley and Harkin offered hopeful final words.
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Branstad Wins Sixth Term In Iowa Governor Race
Gov. Terry Branstad defeats Democrat Jack Hatch to claim a sixth term and extend his record as a potential longest-serving governor. Branstad 50.8 percent to Hatch 45.4 percent with 297 of 1,781 precincts reporting, aided by a strong fundraising network and statewide operation.
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Blum Wins District 1 in Tightly contested Race
Republican Rod Blum defeats Democrat Pat Murphy for the District 1 seat as 427 of 436 precincts report. Blum leads 51 percent with 144,503 votes to Murphy's 49 percent and 137,466 votes. Murphy concedes at Happy's Place in Dubuque.
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