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Republicans Win Governor's Races in New Jersey and Virginia
Republicans swept to victory in two critical governor's races today, with independent voters helping deliver twin setbacks to Democrats who hoped to consolidate gains scored by President Obama last year. GOP victories in Virginia and New Jersey were fueled by unease over the economy and growing skepticism of government, according to exit polls. N.Y. House Race: Click for More N.J. Governor's Race: Click for More Va. Governor's Race: Click for More Other 2009 Races: Click for More Obama carried both states last year. But the GOP gubernatorial candidate racked up huge margins among independent voters, notwithstanding the White House's efforts to boost the Democrats. Republican Bob McDonnell won the race in Virginia, beating Democrat Creigh...
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11.23.09 - Updated 11:11pm ET
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