Helping out on his campaign was awesome, tiring and made me feel really good! I feel like we have hope for our city now--a city that needs a makeover and a new leader in a big way! The best part of the evening (besides John winning) was turning in my numbers for the polls. Charles and I went to collect votes from two wards in Racine. I called in the numbers after we received them but then we decided to stop by the campaign headquarters before going to Salute's (the gathering place for helpers, family and friends). I walked in the door and apparently they were waiting for me (which surprised me since I had called in the numbers). Greg, the campaign manager, grabbed the numbers out of my hand and looked at them...then he started shaking his head and saying--"Yup that confirms it---WE WON!" We all started cheering and I thought--wow--apparently it's a good thing I decided to turn in my numbers and not just call! It was an awesome night and I am so proud of my cousin. He has worked hard to get here--beating Bob Turner was tough--as this is the third time he has gone up against him in a political campaign--and he lost the first two times (for state assembly not mayor)--I guess third time is a charm! All I kept thinking was WOW! What a great night!
As for Nolan....I will post more this weekend! It has been busy but I am tired from celebrating and need to veg on the couch! love to all...
