11/7/12 - The Chairwoman of the Livingston County Democratic Party says while they may not hold the majority vote locally, they fought a good fight and she hopes the results of Tuesdayâs election lead to compromise. Local Democratic Party Chairwoman Judy Daubenmier says they had dozens of volunteers working at their headquarters over the weekend through Monday, who made more than 15,000 phone calls to Democrats in the county, urging them to get out and support the President. She tells WHMI even if they donât carry the county, every local vote for the president counts toward a statewide victory. Daubenmier felt the buildup to the election was very divisive amongst democrats and republicans so hopefully, they can now aside the political reddick and start to compromise and tackle the big issues facing the nation. The local party put forward a variety of candidates in numerous local races but Republicans maintained their stronghold in Livingston County. However, it wasnât a complete sweep. Voters elected two Democrats to the Howell Township board and in Unadilla Township; an incumbent board member was re-elected. Daubenmier says regardless, they had a tremendous slate of candidates at all levels. While she would have preferred more wins, Daubenmier feels this will show that Democrats can govern well and next time around, theyâll have a stronger track record and be in a better position to attract votes. She added that a number of issues raised at the county level are also now being acknowledged. (JM)
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