Mock Election House Election in District 4, Sept. 2017

Mock Election House Election in District 4, September 2017
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The Mock Election House Election in District 4, Sept. 2017 took place on September 23, 2017. It saw Libertarian nominee Caleb Andrew tie with Independent newcomer Joe Portillo. Despite Andrew's seniority and name recognition, Portillo managed to do so well, as he was a liberal (and in the eyes of many a Democrat) during the 'Blue Tsunami'.
== Background ==
In September 2017, MEC Owner Ethan established the Mock Election House of Representatives, with 6 districts, including District 4, which attracted the attention of perennial candidate Caleb Andrew, former Mod Councillor Jacob Russell (formerly known as Josepth Nic, now known as Jason Nicasio), and newcomer Joe Portillo.
== Candidates ==
=== Libertarian ===
* Caleb Andrew - Perennial candidate
=== Independent ===
* Joe Portillo
=== Democratic ===
* Jacob Russell - Former Mod Councillor under the name "Josepth Nic"
Candidate 	Votes	Percent
Jacob Russell	19 	100%
== General Election ==
The only two active candidates are Caleb Andrew and Joe Portillo. Jacob Russell was inactive and eventually ended his campaign, leaving the race to be close between Caleb Andrew and Joe Portillo. The lead flipped between Andrew and Portillo throughout the campaign and on election day. In the end, the race was tied.
Mock Election House Election in District 4 Runoff, September 2017
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== Runoff ==
Ethan Kelly called a runoff to be held on September 27 between Andrew and Portillo. During the extended campaign period, several people who voted for Portillo in the initial election switched their support to Caleb Andrew. Andrew won in the runoff, thus making him the only non-Democrat congressman and, therefore, de facto Minority Leader.
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