South Dakota governor's race: Heidepriem vs. Daugaard

Tell us what you know about the governor's race in South Dakota. What's at stake? What are candidates saying about green issues?

Tell us what you know about the governor’s race in South Dakota. What’s at stake? What are the candidates saying about climate change, energy, transportation, and other green issues? Are interest groups trying to sway the outcome? Share your insights in the comments section below.

Scott Heidepriem, Democrat

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State Senate minority leader
Dennis Daugaard, Republican

Lieutenant governor

Campaign platform on energy

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