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The Republican, who is backed by former President Donald Trump, avoided a runoff by receiving more than 50% of the votes — winning the election outright. Landry will replace current Gov. John Bel Edwards, who was unable to seek reelection due to consecutive term limits. Edwards is the only Democratic governor in the Deep South.
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Louisiana Republicans heading for the polls tomorrow will be getting more national attention than in past contests. The head of the G-O-P in the state is…