Virginia's Sen. George Allen concedes defeat in pivotal race, clearing way for Webb

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Published: November 10, 2006 11:56 am PrintThis

By Matthew Barakat , Associated Press
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Republican Sen. George Allen gracefully conceded defeat yesterday after a bruising battle against Democrat Jim Webb, sealing the Democrats' control of Congress and the political downfall of a man once considered a White House contender.

Allen said the "owners of government have spoken and I respect their decision."Read this article in full with a
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