YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson has decided to run for Governor next year instead of another term in Washington.

Johnson says he feels drawn to the race.

Johnson says state government needs more direction.

Johnson says he will give voters a reason to support him.

Other candidates in the republican primary race for Governor include Toby Doeden and Speaker of the South Daktoa House, Jon Hanson.