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Interim head of S.D. Democrats wants permanent gig

Shane Merrill of Parker will run for Democratic Party chair position

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Austin Goss
Sep 12, 2023
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The interim chair of the South Dakota Democratic Party wants the temporary tag dropped.

According to a letter obtained by The Dakota Scout, Shane Merrill announced to state central committee members this week that he intends to run for the chair position when that group meets again on Saturday to tap someone to serve for the rema…

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