Because at the time everything indicated that he had lost. It was not until days later when the State of NY discovered a screw up in the vote tally in one location that way way hard FOR Hoffman that they got back into a position to possibly win. Hoffman, in good faith, conceded based on the facts then known. Those facts have now changed.
Hoffman, in good faith, conceded based on the facts then known. Those facts have now changed.
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The fact remains, if Hoffman had not conceded, Owens may not have been seated. This is a hard lesson learned.
Never, ever trust RATS--NEVER!! They will do ANYTHING to win.