37TH DISTRICT RECOUNT COMPLETE:
Cuccinelli Confirmed Winner
Centreville, VA – A recount today confirmed the re-election of Virginia State Senator Ken Cuccinelli (R-37). The court monitored recount process confirmed that Cuccinelli had picked up 9 votes in the Brookfield precinct. This increase over earlier reported totals brought the Senator’s margin of victory to 101 votes.
Cuccinelli shook hands with his opponent and today thanked her for a hard-fought race: “Ms. Oleszek ran one of the most expensive General Assembly races in Virginia history. I have immense respect for anyone who is willing to sacrifice the kind of time and energy to participate in the Democratic process that she did. My opponent worked hard and I commend her for her competitive campaign in this election.”
Cuccinelli noted that despite his incumbent status, Oleszek was favored by many to win the race. He acknowledged that his re-election was a surprise to many, especially as colleagues who had held office much longer were swept away and at a time when presidential approval ratings were in the 20s.
Cuccinelli again thanked the supporters who volunteered and voted for him. “Everyone – Democrat, Republican and Independent who participated in this election should be proud of their decision. Local elections often receive the least notice while having the most import for our daily lives. Together we boosted voter turnout far beyond what was expected. I look forward to once again representing the people of the 37th District in Richmond,” Cuccinelli commented.
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Filed under: 2007 Elections, NOVA Politics
