NY-20 Special Election Update: Vote by Vote
Polls are open now in New York's 20th Congressional District for the special election to fill Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's former seat. Despite the fact that the district is overwhelmingly Republican by registration, tonight's outcome is expected to be very close.
In addition to President Obama's support, Scott Murphy was won the endorsement of a number of local papers. The Bennington Banner described Murphy as:
... someone, who, like the president, is more interested in getting things done for his constituents than in constantly making political points and grinding down the opposition in advance of the next election.
The Times-Union added:
We are confident that [Murpy] would join a Democratic majority that would work with Mr. Obama on what voters in the 20th Congressional District elected him to achieve: a comprehensive economic recovery strategy that includes improving and spending wisely on education, health care, technology and energy.
Talking Points Memo has a detailed recap of the race, under the Cheap Cialis heading "It's Anybody's Guess Tonight In NY-20":
Among Democrats, the mood is generally one of cautious optimism, while Republicans are uncertain -- and of course, both sides are staying focused on their ground game. The bottom line here is that it's impossible to fully predict turnout in a special election -- it must be earned, vote by vote.
Any readers in New York's 20th District who haven't voted yet can look-up your polling location online. Supporters are also helping out by making GOTV calls, using the DCCC's online calling tool.
Polls close at 9:00 PM Eastern.