President Barack Obama won a second term in convincing fashion over Republican challenger Mitt Romney. Just before 1 a.m. ET early Wednesday morning, Romney conceded to the president in a short speech. Yet this Election Day was about more than just presidential politics. Several other intriguing stories emerged after results came in from around the United States.
What happened to "Joe the Plumber" in Ohio?
Joe Wurzelbacher became the face of ordinary Americans during the 2008 presidential campaign when he confronted Obama at an impromptu campaign stop. Known affectionately as "Joe the Plumber," Wurzelbacher lost his bid to become the representative from Ohio's Ninth District, according to The Hill. With 96 percent of the precincts reporting, incumbent Marcy Kaptur handily defeated the small business owner. The Cleveland Plain Dealer reveals Kaptur had more than 205,000 votes to Wurzelbacher's 66,000. The margin of victory was 73 percent to 23 percent.
Did Rep. Michele Bachmann retain her seat?
Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., raised more than $12 million for her re-election bid after a failed attempt to become the GOP nominee for president. According to Slate.com , her opponent, Jim Graves, only raised $2 million but he is a millionaire who had nearly limitless funding. Unofficial election results show a little more than 1 percent separates the two with 99 percent of precincts reporting. Bachmann had more than 180,000 votes to Graves' 176,000. The race was closer until the very last precincts came in.
What about Rep. Paul Ryan's win and loss in the same evening?
Rep. Paul Ryan was Romney's running mate for the White House. Although he lost the national election, his constituents in Wisconsin's First District re-elected the young man to another term to Congress. Ryan defeated Rob Zerban by about 42,000 votes.
What states approved the legalization of recreational marijuana?
Washington state and Colorado both legalized marijuana for recreational use, going beyond other states that approved the drug for medical use. ABC News reveals both measures allow special stores to sell up to one ounce to individuals 21 and older. The approvals are against federal law. The Department of Justice has yet to make recommendations on the new laws.
What happened to gay rights aspects of the 2012 election?
Rep. Tammy Baldwin was elected as the first openly gay senator in American history. Baldwin was part of the most expensive Senate race in Wisconsin history with more than $65 million spent between two mainstream candidates.
After 32 defeats, gay marriage was approved by voters in two states. Voters in Maryland and Maine approved statewide gay marriage measures in a first for America. Other states allow gay marriage but only due to court challenges and legislative proposals.
William Browning is a research librarian specializing in U.S. politics.
Source: http://news.yahoo.com/intriguing-results-election-day-2012-184200876.html
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