Tulsi Gabbard has opened up a large 53 percent to 35 percent lead over Mufi Hannemann with more than 80,000 votes counted in the 2nd Congressional District race.

Rhythmic singing and dancing has given way to excitement over the numbers.

“I think people are showing tonight that they want fresh leadership,” Gabbard told reporters.

— Michael Levine


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