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Cindy Axne wins second term in 3rd Congressional District, AP projects

"I just heard from David [Young] a few moments ago and I appreciate his words as we close out this election," Axne said during a Tuesday night call.

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DES MOINES, Iowa — For complete election results, visit this link or text VOTE to 515-457-1026.

The Associated Press has called Iowa's 3rd Congressional District for Democrat incumbent Cindy Axne over Republican challenger David Young.

With 100% of precincts reporting, Axne held 48.96% of the vote to Young's 47.59%.

"I just heard from David a few moments ago and I appreciate his words as we close out this election," Axne said during an during an election night call Tuesday.

This was a rematch of 2018, when Axne topped Young, the then-incumbent.

Libertarian candidate Bryan Holder came away with just over 15,000 votes.

We live in the greatest state in the greatest country. Why? Because we are a good people and we are blessed by God. We go on every day with grace and grit. So, never give up. And never quit. And never stop being good.
— David Young (@YoungForIowa) November 5, 2020

So, don’t be a stranger. I won’t be one. Let’s keep in touch. I’ll join up with you down the road. We will certainly meet again.

Thank you for inspiring me and making me a better person. God bless.

-David
— David Young (@YoungForIowa) November 5, 2020

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