Just 2 votes separate the candidates in this South Dakota mayoral race: "Every vote matters"
The two candidates in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota, mayor's race are separated by only two votes, a county official confirmed to CBS News. A recount is likely after the city is able to canvass the votes and certify the results.
TL;DR
- Christine Erickson leads Jamie Smith by two votes in the Sioux Falls mayoral race.
- A recount is likely as the vote difference is less than 2%.
- Both candidates, Erickson (former state representative) and Smith (current state senator), have emphasized public safety and economic development.
- Erickson championed safety, while Smith focused on public safety, economic development, and collaborative decision-making.
- Both candidates have expressed trust in the recount process and a commitment to accuracy and transparency.
- Smith stated that the close race exemplifies how every vote matters.