Hawaii's Democratic Party is celebrating early as Jill Tokuda holds a strong lead in initial results, with the party also looking ahead to a tougher governing fight.

• Jill Tokuda came out ahead in the first printout, with Democrats leading in most races counted so far.
• At the Democratic Party's election-night event, a Georgia governor's race was cited as a surprise win showing voters are reacting against the current administration over costs.
• Rising gas prices, grocery costs, and the squeeze on small businesses and farmers were named as the main issues voters are angry about.
• Affordable healthcare and protecting natural resources from corporations and billionaires were raised as priorities for the next push.

Outlook: Democrats say the celebration is brief — the real work starts the next day as they look to turn the election momentum into action on costs and healthcare.