Article Photos: 5 things to know about 2012 South Dakota election

U.S. Rep. Kristi Noem, R-S.D., right, and Democratic challenger Matt Varilek shake hands during their debate on Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, at KELO-TV studios in Sioux Falls, S.D. (AP Photo/Elijah Van Benschoten)

U.S. Rep. Kristi Noem, R-S.D., right, and Democratic challenger Matt Varilek shake hands during their debate on Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, at KELO-TV studios in Sioux Falls, S.D. (AP Photo/Elijah Van Benschoten)