Who did Coons defeat in the 2010 Senate special election?
Christine O'Donnell
Susan Collins
Mitch McConnell
Lindsey Graham
Answer
Christine O'Donnell was defeated by Chris Coons in the 2010 Senate special election. O'Donnell was a Tea Party favorite, but her campaign was plagued by gaffes and controversy. Coons, a Democrat, was able to capitalize on O'Donnell's weaknesses and win the election.
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