OC Congressional Map via https://ocvote.govIn a difficult election year, Orange County Democrats helped reduce the Republican House majority to just 5 seats by holding on to two vulnerable Congressional districts and ousting a high profile Republican incumbent.
- Mike Levin reelected – 52.2% (CA-49)
- Dave Min holds Katie Porter’s seat – 51.4% (CA-47)
- Derek Tran defeats incumbent Michelle Steel – 50.1% (CA-45)
Kamala Harris (59.8% to 47.1%) carried the county while winning statewide by substantial margin (20 points). Democrats accomplished these feats while voters were expressing extreme concern about crime (Prop 36 passed 74.5%) and rejected a number of historically favored positions including rent control (lost 36%), minimum wages (lost 38.5%). Also, Adam Schiff lost the county to Steve Garvey by 14,000 votes. He won the state with 58 percent.
OC voters did support ballot issues funding school bonds and climate (53%) and marriage rights (57%). In general, the OC was competitive for the parties and moderate to conservative on the issues.
One reason the county has become competitive for Democrats after a long history of Republican dominance is grass roots organizations. A top organized group in the county is the Democratic Women of South Orange County. With over 500 members they raised and donated more than $170,000 for candidates. Very importantly, they provide a forum for Democratic office holders and seekers, along with a myriad of top presenters. Their meetings regularly attract more than 300 attendees. They are making a difference in the OC.
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