John Hall, one of the founders of 70's band Orleans, was defeated in his reelection campaign to the U.S. House of Representatives. Hall had represented New York District 19, serving all of Putnam County plus parts of Dutchess, Orange, Rockland and Westchester Counties, since 2007. He was defeated by Republican Nan Heyworth, a favorite of tea party supporters, 53% to 47%.
9:12am Nov 04, 2010