Election 2022 Unofficial Results: Tram Nguyen Declares Victory

MASSACHUSETTS — Tram Nguyen, an incumbent Democrat, has declared victory in the race against Jeff Dufour for state Representative in the 18th Essex District.

According to unofficial results from Nguyen's campaign, Nguyen received 11,126 votes to Dufour's 7,520.

This would be Nguyen's third term.

"We just got exciting news that you have re-elected me for a third term," Nguyen said in a message on her Facebook page. "So much was on the ballot this election cycle, democracy, inclusion, human rights were on the ballot, and most importantly decency and kindness were on the ballot — and it prevailed."

Nguyen continued: "You have made your voices heard that you value building and welcoming and inclusive community for all. I'm so excited to have this opportunity to continue to work with you and to serve you for the next two years."

Nguyen also defeated Dufour in the 2020 election in the 18th Essex District, which includes Andover, Boxford, North Andover and Tewksbury.

Nguyen had received endorsements from Massachusetts District Attorney/Governor Elect Maura Healey, Rep. Seth Moulton (D-06), Rep. Lori Trahan (D-03), Planned Parenthood, MA AFL-CIO, Mass Voters for Animals, Iron Workers 7 and Bricklayers & Allied Craftsmen Local No. 3 Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, among others.

"My goal has always been to support working families, protect vulnerable populations and build a more welcoming and thriving Commonwealth for all," Nguyen said during the campaign. "These endorsements reflect those values. I consider these organizations partners in fighting for good jobs with fair wages, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ rights, climate justice and equality and inclusion."

Dufour, a longtime information system and project management professional, offered his thoughts on the campaign.

"Although I am disappointed that I did not win, I am extremely proud of how we ran our campaign and incredibly grateful for everyone who supported me during the past few months," Dufour told Patch.