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September 13, 2005

Special Election

Special Election called to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Assemblyman Mike Gordon (AD-53).

AD-53
Mary Jo Ford Republican 19.2% Loss
Greg Hill Republican 5% Loss
Ted W. Lieu Democratic 59.9% Win
Paul M. Nowatka Republican 11.7% Loss
James R. "Jim" Smith Peace and Freedom 2% Loss
Paul Whitehead Republican 2.2% Loss