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May 9, 1995

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of State Senator Marian C. Bergeson (SD-35). Bergeson resigned after her appointment as Superintendent of Public Instruction failed passage in the Assembly.

SD-35
Madelene E. Arakelian	Democratic	28.4%	Loss
Ross Johnson	Republican	71.6%	Win