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Utah Governor Wins GOP Primary by Huge Margins

Gov. Gary Herbert was the clear victor in Tuesday's primary fight for the Republican Party's nomination against Overstock chairman Jonathan Johnson, who mounted an insurgent libertarian assault on the conservative incumbent.

Gov. Gary Herbert was the clear victor in Tuesday's primary fight for the Republican Party's nomination against Overstock chairman Jonathan Johnson, who mounted an insurgent libertarian assault on the conservative incumbent.

 

The incumbent governor led throughout the night, according to unofficial returns, holding an insurmountable 72 percent to 28 percent lead over Johnson.

 

Herbert told reporters Tuesday night that he was "feeling very gratified" by the win — he called the margin "stunning" — and that his message "resonates with the people of Utah."

 

"We're humbled about the opportunity to take the next step. This is not over. We have a general election," Herbert said. "We're very grateful for the success that we've had tonight."

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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