[3] Incumbent Governor Christine Gregoire decided to retire rather than seek a third term.

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[64] Inslee was declared the winner early in the morning three days later; McKenna conceded later in the evening.

[65] Inslee won only eight of the state's 39 counties, relying on heavy votes from the Seattle metropolitan area pushing him to victory.

[66] Inslee won 5 of 10 congressional districts, with the remaining 5 going to McKenna, including one that elected a Democrat.