◼ Primaries were held in Connecticut, Delaware, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island— friendly territory for the former Massachusetts governor, with more moderate Republicans and fewer evangelical Christians than in the Sunbelt states where he has struggled. - USA Today
"After 43 primaries and caucuses, many long days and not a few long nights, I can say with confidence — and gratitude — that you have given me a great honor and solemn responsibility," Romney said in remarks prepared for delivery. "And together, will win on November 6th!"
...Republican voters already are uniting behind him. The Gallup daily poll shows 88% of Republicans backing Romney, comparable to the 91% of Democrats supporting Obama. Independents split 45% Obama, 43% Romney.
◼ Romney’s victory speech and Gingrich’s last stand; Update: Romney wins Delaware - HotAir