Atlantic County’s tight races reshape local political power in New Jersey
The political landscape in Atlantic County, New Jersey, has seen shifts and competitive races in the recent elections. The 1st district, once a Democratic stronghold, has become more competitive after redistricting. Meanwhile, several key positions have seen changes in leadership.
In the race for Atlantic County Surrogate, Republican incumbent James Curcio secured his fourth five-year term, defeating Democrat Sherri Parmenter with a narrow margin of 48,580 to 45,044 votes. The open commissioner-at-large seat saw a close contest between Republican Art Schenker and Democrat Victoria Dolceamore, with Schenker currently leading by 1,000 votes.
The recent elections in Atlantic County have shown a mix of competitive races and incumbent victories. The shift in the 1st district's political leanings suggests a more balanced political environment. As the live election results continue to be tallied, the county's political landscape is expected to remain dynamic and closely contested.
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