 He was awarded with the McAllister Editorial Fellowship at Northwestern University to advance the study of business-to-business journalism in 2008. During his tenure, the magazine captured five national Jesse H. Neal awards, considered the Pulitzer of the business press.

 Every vote matters to Krayton Kerns, DVM. 

His bid to unseat former client and incumbent Democrat Emelie Eaton to capture a seat in the Montana House of Representatives was deadlocked at 1,971 votes each.  

"I just need at least one break in this whole thing. All I need is one vote," Kerns tells

A recount was ordered this month, and if that doesn't settle the race, the decision will be deferred to Democratic Gov. Brian Schweitzer. 

A lot is hinging on the results of Kerns' race — the outcome will determine which party takes control of Montana's House of Representatives. 

Kerns, 49, a mixed animal practitioner and owner of Beartooth Veterinary Service in Laurel, adds: "I am going to press on like I'm the representative. If it's up to the governor, there's one thing I can count on — I will not be selected." 

Regardless of the outcome, Kerns says running was something he needed to do. 

"One thing I have learned, I respect everyone who throws their hat in the ring. Man, you are going to take some shots."  

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Helena, Mont. -- Every vote matters to Krayton Kerns, DVM.

One man, one vote

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