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South Dakota Republican Attorney General Candidate Jason Ravnsborg Defends Legal Experience

South Dakota Republican Attorney General Candidate Jason Ravnsborg Defends Legal Experience

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Yankton lawyer Jason Ravnsborg is the republican candidate for Attorney General. He won the nomination in a three-way race at the state republican convention.

He campaigned for almost two years before the convention and says voters had lots of questions…..

Ravnsborg was criticized for his lack of courtroom experience. He says he has the credentials for the job….

Democrats nominated former US Attorney Randy Seiler (sigh-ler) for the position. Ravnsborg says he expects a tough race…..

Ravnsborg defeated Lawrence County States Attorney John Fitzgerald and state Senator Lance Russell of Hot Springs for the nomination.

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