Lancaster County Democratic Caucus

LINCOLN, NE

Lincoln, NE -- Over ten thousand people participated in the Lancaster County Democratic Caucus Saturday, February 11, according to Caucus Chair, Vic Covalt.  This  was about a 17% turnout.

Senator Obama prevailed with 7,355 supporters or 68% of the 10,799 who signed in at 53 locations throughout Lancaster County.

Senator Clinton had 3,444 supporters which equals 32% of the turnout.

The Party turned in about 2500 voter registration applications from Caucus participants.

"Our first ever Nebraska Caucus was a wonderful experience," Vic Covalt said. "We worked hard and prepared well.  The caucuses ran smoothly thanks to the efforts of our hundreds of volunteers. Nebraskans finally had a meaningful role in selecting the next president of the United States."