SWARK.Today spoke with Hood in an exclusive interview after the election, and she shared the following: 

"Thank you to my family and friends that worked so hard for something better for our county. I'd like to send a heartfelt thank you to the voters of Hempstead County who made their voices heard by showing up and voting in this run-off election. This victory is just the beginning to better our office and to address the issues that matter most. Thank again to my family, my friends and the voters for your support."