Earlier today, Alaska's most famous convicted felon, Senator Ted Stevens, conceded his bid for re-election. Here is Stevens' statement:"Given the number of ballots that remain to be counted, it is apparent the election has been decided and Mayor Begich has been elected. "My family and I wish to thank the thousands of Alaskans who stood by us and who supported my re-election. It was a tough fight that would not ...

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