SURPRISE! Dems didn't count on this outcome

From Eric Dondero:

In a heavily Democratic Los Angeles-area congressional district, Republican Craig Huey placed a stunning second, ensuring him a place in the run-off election. The seat was held by well-known congresswoman Jane Harmon. She resigned immediately after the election last November for still un-explained reasons.

Huey even beat the Democrat Secretary of State Debra Bowen. Huey had 21.9% to Bowen's 21.5%. The first place finisher Democrat Janice Hahn had 24.7%.

And Huey was the Tea Party favorite in the race. He's also strong on defense.

Republicans do have a fighting chance. One other Republican on the ballot Mike Gin pulled 7.8%. And a third Republican Kit Bobko pulled 3.7%.

Sidenote; a Libertarian Party candidate in the race was the top third party or independent with 1.7% (738 votes). He even beat two Republicans on the ballot.

California Special Election results Vote.SOS.ca.gov