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September 14, 2004
| Businessman Michels Leads In Wisconsin GOP Primary

AP is reporting an early lead in tonight’s Republican primary to choose a challenger to Wisconsin Senator Russ Feingold. With 615 of 3,507 precincts reporting, millionaire construction magnate Tim Michels led with 45% of the reported tally to 29% for his nearest challenger, while conservative favorite state Senator Bob Welch (not the ex-pitcher) ran third with 23%. AP notes Michels’ background:

The only candidate in the race with military experience, Michels argued his background was critical in a time of terrorism. A millionaire, Michels, 42, donated $870,000 to his own campaign.

Feingold, for his part, has called for five debates with the GOP nominee, promising an active race in a state that will be critical to the presidential race as well.



Posted by Baseball Crank at September 14, 2004 10:16 PM | TrackBack
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