After the vote, she said the majority of voters did not view the state of affairs in Vermont as she did. Exit polls confirmed her statement. Thirty-two percent called themselves opposed to the law, and 14 percent said they were angry about it. Dwyer received the support of 45 percent of voters over 65, according to exit polling. And about half of Catholics said they supported Dwyer.
Catholics make up about a third of the Vermont electorate.
Dean won in all income groups. Dwyer conceded the race early in the evening and said she wouldn't challenge Dean, even if he dipped below 50 percent. If a gubernatorial candidate falls below 50 percent, the Legislature must vote for the winner - a prospect that could have allowed Dwyer to be named governor. Journal Sentinel Inc. All rights reserved.