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Jon Hansen

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Jon Hansen
Candidate for Governor
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Biography
Jon Hansen is the current Speaker of the South Dakota House of Representatives and a lawyer by training, running as a Republican candidate for governor. At 40, he is the youngest in the race and has gained significant support since announcing his candidacy. He has a track record of legislative involvement, including playing a role in the state's 2022 abortion ban and defeating Amendment G in 2024.
Top Priorities
  • Enacting and protecting abortion bans
  • Lowering property taxes
  • Protecting private property rights

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