Louisiana Governor's Race Ends With Blow To Republicans

Louisiana Governor's Race Ends With Blow To Republicans

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Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, won a runoff election against Republican Eddie Rispone, securing over 51% of the votes. Edwards will continue as the only Democratic governor in the Deep South. Despite efforts by Republicans and support from President Trump, Rispone lost, raising questions about the effectiveness of Trump's endorsements. Rispone, a businessman like Trump, expressed that the loss indicated a desire for change among Louisiana voters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the Louisiana gubernatorial runoff election?

Andy Beshear

Eddie Rispone

John Bel Edwards

Matt Bevin

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of votes did John Bel Edwards receive in the election?

53%

55%

51%

49%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of President Trump's rally in Bossier City, LA?

To support Eddie Rispone

To support John Bel Edwards

To announce a new policy

To celebrate a victory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many gubernatorial candidates have lost after receiving President Trump's endorsement?

One

Two

Three

Four

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Eddie Rispone say about the election results?

He planned to contest the results

He thought the election was unfair

He believed the results showed a desire for change

He was ashamed of the loss