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Aceves, Torlakson in runoff for schools chief
- 06-10-2010
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By Jill Tucker/San Francisco Chronicle
Larry who? A few months ago, that might have been a good question. Not anymore. Retired district Superintendent Larry Aceves, a dark horse contender in the race for state superintendent of public instruction got more votes than two legislative bigwigs, shocking the education establishment and proving that candidates can still make the cut without a war chest. Assemblyman Tom Torlakson, D-Antioch, came in second. The two will face a runoff for the nonpartisan post in November. State Sen. Gloria Romero, D-Los Angeles, took third and is out of the race along with nine other contenders. (more...)
Also: Educated Guess * San Jose Mercury News
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