She was elected Mayor by popular vote, having won over 85% of the vote.
= She was elected Mayor by popular vote as she had won over 85% of the vote. or
= She was elected Mayor by popular vote, after she won over 85% of the vote.
so i think
She was elected Mayor by popular vote, having won over 85% of the vote.
She was elected Mayor by popular vote, winning over 85% of the vote.
both are same meaning.. am i right???
about ~ing sentence
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Re: about ~ing sentence
Yes, in this context either would be acceptable.