An Unexpected Clash
New York's First Congressional District

COUNTING THE VOTE
(Updated Nov. 7, 12:45 am)
Felix Grucci has won New York's First District, beating Democratic opponent Regina Seltzer by a 56-40 margin.

FIREWORKS AND FIRST-TIMERS
A fireworks magnate and an environmental lawyer square off in this unusual Congressional race. (Updated 10/27)

THE ENDORSEMENTS
New York newspapers endorse the First District candidates. (10/27)

THE DISTRICT
This Suffolk County district on Long Island may have voted Republican, but it also has a historical independent streak.

THE REPUBLICAN
A town supervisor and operator of one of the nation's largest fireworks manufacturers, Felix Grucci is campaigning to move this seat back into the GOP column.

THE DEMOCRAT
Regina Seltzer, an environmental lawyer, ousted Congressman Michael Forbes. Can she upset a heavily favored Republican?