Source: Fox News
Summary
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden won the first gubernatorial primary runoff in state history, defeating businessman Toby Doeden. The runoff was necessary because neither candidate received at least 35% of the primary vote in June. Rhoden will face former Democratic state Sen. Dan Ahlers in the November general election. The campaign focused on issues such as property taxes, with Doeden proposing elimination and Rhoden’s campaign arguing it would leave a funding shortfall. Rhoden highlighted his experience in the Legislature and tax relief measures he signed in March.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The primary runoff was a familiar phase in the election process. Property taxes were a defining issue, with Doeden proposing elimination and Rhoden’s campaign arguing it would leave a funding shortfall. Rhoden highlighted his experience in the Legislature and tax relief measures he signed in March. The campaign portrayed Doeden as a newcomer and Rhoden as part of the entrenched political class. The outcome was a predictable result in a state that has not had a Democratic governor since 1979.
The familiar question of who will govern South Dakota has been answered, for now.
Author: Evan Null
