Karen Handel advances to runoff in Georgia's GOP primary for governor

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July 21, 2010

The Associated Press Associated Press Wed Jul 21, 2010, 11:15 AM EDT

ATLANTA — Karen Handel has nabbed a spot in the Republican runoff for Georgia governor.

With 64 percent of precincts reporting, unofficial returns show the former secretary of state — buoyed by the backing of former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin — had 32 percent of the vote.

There was a furious three-way battle behind her for the second runoff spot.

Former U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal had 25 percent of the vote. Former state Sen. Eric Johnson had 19 percent of the vote, while state Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine had 18 percent.

They were among seven Republicans vying for their party's nomination. A runoff is needed if no candidate wins 50 percent plus one vote.

Handel shot to the top of a recent poll after receiving support from Palin, who vouched for her conservative credentials.

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