Elections

Cindy Holscher wins in Kansas, holding governor's office for Democrats November 12, 20265:52 PM ET

Larry Kaplow

State Sen. Cindy Holscher has won the race for Kansas governor, keeping the office for Democrats in a state that leans Republican. Here she's seen speaking to reporters after casting her ballot during early voting at a polling location in Kansas City, Kansas. Jim Vondruska/Getty Images hide caption

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Democratic state Sen. Cindy Holscher will hold onto the Kansas governor's office for her party after defeating Republican Ty Masterson, according to a race call by the Associated Press.