While other results in the Commonwealth are too close to call this evening, there has been a declaration of victory in the race for Governor.

Businessman Matt Bevin Challenges Senate Minority Leader McConnell In Primary Election
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Republican Matt Bevin has defeated Democrat Jack Conway and will be the next Governor of Kentucky.  While a portion of votes in the Commonwealth are still being tabulated, Bevin's margin of victory is projected to be roughly seven percentage points: Bevin 51% to Conway's 44%.  Independent candidate Drew Curtis polled just under 4% of the votes.

 

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