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Who Gets John Kerry's Senate Seat?

Scott Brown is a good bet, but Kennedys are dropping hints

By Polly Davis Doig, Newser Staff

Posted Dec 23, 2012 2:10 PM CST

(Newser) – John Kerry's confirmation hearings for secretary of State haven't yet started, but that's not stopping quite a crowd from measuring the drapes for his Senate office. According to Massachusetts state law, Gov. Deval Patrick would appoint Kerry's successor—likely a placeholder—... Read full story »

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Who Gets John Kerry's Senate Seat?

Scott Brown is a good bet, but Kennedys are dropping hints

John Kerry • State Department • secretary of State • Massachusetts • Ben Affleck • Ted Kennedy Jr • special election • US Senate • Obama Cabinet • Vicki Kennedy • Scott Brown • Massachusetts senate race

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