Democrats have made significant gains in both the Suffolk and Nassau County Legislatures.
In Suffolk, Democrat Greg Doroski defeated Republican Legis. Stark in the 1st District, securing the North Fork seat. Meanwhile, in Nassau, Democrats claimed an open seat.
“In Suffolk County, when we get knocked down, we get right back up and we’re ready to fight,” said Suffolk Democratic chairman Richard Schaffer.
No other incumbents were ousted, although results in Nassau's 9th district were not yet conclusive, with Republican Scott P. Strauss leading Democrat Juleigh Chin.
Author's summary: Democrats gain seats in legislatures.