Posted on 11/04/2014 7:51:51 PM PST by SMGFan
The campaign between Democratic incumbent Nick Rahall and Republican challenger Evan Jenkins for U.S. Congress, representing West Virginia's 3rd District seat, was one of the most anticipated and hotly contested races this fall.
It was also one of the most highly financed, with an estimated $9 million spent on the campaigns.
The Associated Press called a victory for Jenkins with about 80 percent of the votes reported Nov. 4.
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Holy cow big upset
As a former West Virginian, that is huge. I thought Nick Joe as a lifer. I’m guessing he is hating 0bama as much as your average Freeper tonite.
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