Who did Symington defeat to become governor in 1990?
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Terry Goddard
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Terry Goddard, a Democrat, was defeated by Fife Symington, a Republican, in the 1990 Arizona gubernatorial election. Symington's victory marked a significant shift in Arizona politics, as it was the first time a Republican had been elected governor in over 28 years. Symington's campaign focused on issues such as economic development, education, and crime, while Goddard's campaign focused on social welfare and environmental protection.
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