Democrats Win New York City and Virginia polls Wed Nov 06,2013

Democrats Win New York City and Virginia polls

 

Democrats have won key elections in New York City and the state of Virginia, in the first major round of polls since President Obama's re-election in 2012

With almost all votes counted, Bill de Blasio will succeed Mayor Michael Bloomberg to become the first Democrat leading New York City since 1993.With 99% of votes counted in New York, Mr de Blasio secured 73% of the vote, convincingly defeating his Republican rival Joe Lhota, who polled 24%.
New York City Mayor
Joseph Lhota (Republican): 24% Bill de Blasio (Democrat): 73%


In Virginia, Terry McAuliffe beat Republican Ken Cuccinelli in a very close race for the governor's seat.
Virginia Governor
Ken Cuccinelli (Republican): 45% Terry McAuliffe (Democrat): 47%


Republican Chris Christie was easily re-elected governor of New Jersey
New Jersey Governor
Chris Christie (Republican): 60.5% Barbara Buono (Democrat): 38%