Democrats in a Central Pa. county had a good year. Does that mean blue wave will ensue in 2026?

Tuesday was a big day for Democrats.

The party flipped control of the school boards and municipal boards in Manheim and East Hempfield townships, two of the most-populated municipalities in Lancaster County. Democrats also won an expensive fight to keep three state Supreme Court judges on the bench.

But among those who follow county politics, the true impact of Tuesday’s election for Democrats remains a matter of debate.

Ethan Demme, a former Republican turned independent in East Lampeter Township, said it’s clear that a “blue wave” rolled over the county Tuesday. He cited not only Democrats’ wins but also the slimming margins in races won by the GOP.


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