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Winning a Fourth Term

Winning a Fourth Term

SD Senator John Thune Photo: WNAX


South Dakota Senator John Thune made some history when he won his fourth term in the Senate on Tuesday. That ties him with former Senator Karl Mundt, the only other person in state history to be elected four times.

Thune says he appreciates the support…..https://on.soundcloud.com/9QVB3

Thune says he listened to a lot of voters across the state….https://on.soundcloud.com/VRjeu

Thune says people are also concerned about security…..https://on.soundcloud.com/5p3qd

Thune took part in the 100th birthday celebration of WNAX Radio.

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