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The battle in SD 12

Posted at 3:39 PM on May 4, 2006 by Bob Collins

Kevin Goedker has decided to mount a primary challenge to Sen. Paul Koering, in Senate District 12, even though he didn't get the endorsement from the GOP last week.

Koering was outed after his vote against bringing the same-sex marriage bill to the floor last year.

GOP Chair Ron Cary released a statement on the situation this afternoon.

“Kevin Goedker’s decision to run against Senator Paul Koering, the GOP-endorsed candidate in Senate District 12, is greatly disappointing for Republicans who value the endorsement process and seek party unity. The endorsement process was open and fair. I asked Mr. Goedker to respect the decision of local Republican leaders as he had indicated he would do.

“Republican leaders in Senate District 12 have clearly spoken. They chose to support Senator Paul Koering due to his unwavering support of the unborn, as well as his effective voice for the needs of central Minnesota.

“I encourage the citizens of Senate District 12 to vote for Senator Paul Koering in the September 12 primary.”

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