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- 1 2 3 "Scott Rosenzweig | 2024 Montana Free Press Election Guide". Montana Free Press.
- ↑ Ragar, Shaylee (November 14, 2024). "State House race decided by 20 votes". Montana Public Radio. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ↑ Tom, Lutey (December 2, 2024). "Recount confirms win for Rosenzweig in close legislative races". Montana Free Press. Retrieved 3 December 2024.
- ↑ "Montana Secretary of State". electionresults.mt.gov. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
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