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- ↑ DC Political Report, 1999 Kentucky elections
- ↑ Crowley, Patrick, 'Martin asks N.Ky. to spread word: Republican short on cash, publicity', The Cincinnati Enquirer, Thursday, September 30, 1999
- ↑ US Election Atlas, 1999 Kentucky Gubernatorial Election
- ↑ Kentucky State Board of Elections 1999 results
- ↑ Kentucky State Board of Elections 1999 results
- ↑ US Election Atlas, 1999 Kentucky Gubernatorial Election