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Johnson Claims Slim Victory in South Dakota Senate Race

Democratic incumbent Tom Johnson claims a narrow victory in the South Dakota Senate race. Because of a computer glitch, the vote wasn't tallied until late this morning. The vote was close enough that Republican challenger John R. Thune may ask for a recount. NPR's Ken Barcus reports.

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