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In what controversial manner did Bulkeley secure a second term as governor?
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Election tie-breaking procedures helped William "Buck" Bulkley secure a second term as governor in Connecticut in 1988, triggering controversy. During a close race, when the vote differential between him and his opponent, Democrat Bruce Morrison, was within 0.5%, the Connecticut General Assembly intervened as per state law.
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