In Minnesota, it's Gov. Mark Dayton

The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported Wed., Dec. 8, that Republican Tom Emmer has conceded the governor's race to Mark Dayton:

Gov.-elect Mark Dayton praised Republican Tom Emmer for his “gracious” decision to concede the governor’s race, and said his first priority now will be to improve the economy and add jobs.

Dayton's victory is welcome news to most Minnesotans where his family has long been a leading example of the nation's most successful entrepreneurs with its history of ownership of Dayton Dept. Stores and the Target Company, a major US retailer. Mark Dayton combines hands on experience in the family business with high moral standards and a compassionate attitude toward his fellow citizens who continue to suffer in the ongoing recession.