Shocker: Tea Party Candidate Christine O’Donnell Wins Delaware GOP Primary

In what will certainly be described as both a shocking outcome and a sign of the political times, Christine O’Donnell has been declared the winner in the GOP primary in Delaware over the favorite Mike Castle. O’Donnell has been described by many as the “Tea Party” candidate, and has received endorsements from Sarah Palin and Jim DeMint. CNN has just declared her the winner in a party with huge national implications moving forward.

The following clip comes from CNN’s Larry King Live with a live break in from John King. After the announcement is made, Larry King turns to guest Bill Maher who proclaims “she’ll never win in November.” Maybe. But no one thought she’d win in September, and look where she is now.

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