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June
9

Governor, Virginia, Democratic Primary

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Deeds Completes Come-From-Behind Win in Gov. Race

With the least money and fewest ties to vote-rich Northern Virginia, State Sen. R. Creigh Deeds won today's three-way Democratic primary for governor, paving the way for a rematch with Republican Bob McDonnell in the fall.

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The Candidates

Creigh Deeds (D) - Winner

Occupation
Attorney
Public Service
    • Senator, Virginia State Senate, 2002-present
    • Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates, 1992-2002
    • Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, 2000-01
    • Bath County Commonwealth's Attorney, 1988-1992
    • Governor's Commission on Climate Change
    • Member, Secure Commonwealth Panel
    • Member, Millboro Ruritan Club
    • Member, Millboro Presbyterian Church

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