Long Islanders stuck with common sense this election

Long Islanders made their voices heard this week. Across Nassau and Suffolk counties, more than 420,000 people turned out to vote. They showed once again that when local government works, our community stands behind it.

The results were clear and expected. Long Islanders supported leaders who have focused on safety and the everyday issues that matter most to our families and communities.

In Nassau County, voters reelected County Executive Bruce Blakeman for continuing to protect taxpayers and support law enforcement. Republicans held every countywide office and kept control of all three town supervisor seats. John Ferretti Jr. in Hempstead, Joseph Saladino in Oyster Bay, and Jennifer DeSena in North Hempstead each earned the trust of their communities by focusing on results, not rhetoric.

In Suffolk County, District Attorney Ray Tierney and Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. also received strong support for keeping their communities safe. Republicans held the majority in the legislature and won decisive town races from Huntington to Islip to Shelter Island. Suffolk's Republican leadership has delivered for working families, and voters showed they want that record to continue. This year voters, including many independents, backed Republican leaders who focused on results. Once again, common sense prevailed in Suffolk County.

These results remind us of what makes Long Island different. We are practical people who expect hard work and honesty from those we elect. When I travel through the district meeting people in our community, I hear the same concerns. People want safe streets, strong schools, and reliable local government. We are not looking for slogans or division; we want the basics done right.