Politics & Government

Christie Is Clear Choice of Oceanport, Little Silver Voters

Christie won by over 1,000 votes in Little Silver.

By Christopher Sheldon

Voters in Little Silver and Oceanport showed overwhelming support to Governor Chris Christie over challenger Barbara Buono in Tuesday's election.

Christie received 1,637 votes in Little Silver, compared to 530 for Buono; and 1,451 votes in Oceanport, compared to 414 for Buono. The totals include some mail-in votes, which were not completely calculated as of noon on Wednesday afternoon.

Oceanport has a population of just under 6,000, and about 1,900 residents voted on Election Day.

Little Silver also has a population of just under 6,000 and almost 2,200 residents came out to vote. 


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