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Dems Sweep Congress as Allen Concedes Virginia Senate Race

HeadlineNov 10, 2006

The Democratic sweep of this year’s midterm elections is complete. Republican incumbent George Allen has conceded Virginia’s Senate race to challenger James Webb, giving Democrats control of both houses of Congress. Allen gave his concession speech on Thursday.

Sen. George Allen (R-VA): “The Bible teaches us that there is a time and a place for everything. And today I have called and congratulated Jim Webb and his team for his victory. They had the prevailing winds.”

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