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February 15, 2011

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancies created by the death of State Senator Jenny Oropeza (SD-28) and the resignation of State Senator George Runner (SD-17). Runner resigned after being elected to the State Board of Equalization.

  • Note: The 2011 Special Election for SD-28 was the first race to feature "No Party Preference" candidates.

SD-17
Darren W. Parker Democratic 34.7% Loss
Sharon Runner Republican 65.3% Win
 
SD-28
Michael T. Chamness No Party Preference 0.6% Loss
Martha E. Flores-Gibson Republican 6.9% Loss
Jeffrey E. Fortini Republican 2.2% Loss
Ted W. Lieu Democratic 56.8% Win
Mark Lipman No Party Preference 3.4% Loss
Kevin Thomas McGurk Democratic 2.5% Loss
James P. Thompson Republican 2.3% Loss
Bob Valentine Republican 25.3% Loss