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Chambliss Wins in Ga; Dems Won't Get 60 Seats

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(Newser) – Republican Saxby Chambliss has held onto his Senate seat in Georgia, a crucial win that prevents Democrats from reaching a filibuster-proof 60 seats, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. Chambliss handily defeated Democratic challenger Jim Martin in today's runoff. He led 57% to 43% with 99% of returns in. Although Minnesota's Senate race remains undecided, the best Democrats can hope for now is 59 seats.

Chambliss, who campaigned on the theme of keeping an important check on Democratic power, said his win bodes well for Republicans. "I'm excited to be the first race that leads us into the 2010 campaign because it'll be a tough fight," he said. Martin conceded before full results came in. "For me and my family and campaign team and all of you, this is a sad moment," he told supporters.

Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., arrives with his grandson John Baker for an election-night party Tuesday in Atlanta.
Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., arrives with his grandson John Baker for an election-night party Tuesday in Atlanta.   (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Democratic senate candidate Jim Martin leaves after casting his vote in a runoff election with Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., Tuesday in Atlanta.
Democratic senate candidate Jim Martin leaves after casting his vote in a runoff election with Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., Tuesday in Atlanta.   (AP Photo/John Amis)
Jim Martin gives a campaign speech as rap artist Ludacris, who's real name is Chris Bridges, listens during an election rally held on the capitol steps Monday.
Jim Martin gives a campaign speech as rap artist Ludacris, who's real name is Chris Bridges, listens during an election rally held on the capitol steps Monday.   (AP Photo/John Amis)
Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., speaks with reporters as his grandson John Baker looks on during an election-night party Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 in Atlanta.
Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., speaks with reporters as his grandson John Baker looks on during an election-night party Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 in Atlanta.   (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
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Dec 4, 08 6:16 AM CST
Yeah..SARAH THE PIG 2012!
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Dec 3, 08 5:57 AM CST
There will always be republican cross over votes for bills in the senate so it does not matter. Reply
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Dec 3, 08 1:41 PM CST
Quite happy the Democrats did not have the seat, it's not in the countries best inertest to have a party with a filibuster and a President in office Reply
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