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Perillo Defeats Afriyie In Special Election For State Senate
The special election was held to fill the vacant seat in the 21st Senatorial District following Kevin Kelly's resignation.

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The special election was held to fill the vacant seat in the 21st Senatorial District following Kevin Kelly's resignation.

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