Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder, center, stands before his supporters at a victory party after the day's primary election, Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010, in Ypsilanti, Mich. Snyder edged out Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox and U.S. Congressman Pete Hoekstra to face Democratic nominee, and Lansing, Mich. Mayor Virg Bernero, in the November general election. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)