Campaign funds pour in for Salamanca
Rafael Salamanca, the candidate backed by the Bronx Democratic Party machine, continues to bring in large contributions from elected officials and from businesses that need the support of politicians.
NYCHA should be Council candidates’ priority, say tenants
Two NYCHA tenant leaders say the candidates for the open 17th district City Council seat should put some focus on badly needed repairs in public housing.
Candidates submit first campaign finance disclosures
Democratic party’s candidate, Rafael Salamanca, nearly doubles runner-up By relying on large contributions from elected officials and businesses, Rafael Salamanca has raised nearly twice as much money as his nearest…
Few candidates have cash on hand
As many as six of the 11 candidates to replace Maria del Carmen Arroyo on the New York City Council appear to lack the money to compete, a second round…
Eleven candidates vie for open City Council seat
Voters to choose Arroyo’s replacement on Feb. 23 In a special election to be held on Feb. 23, a crowded field of candidates is vying to replace Maria del Carmen…
OP ED: Voters should tune in for candidate debate on Jan. 27
OP ED: NYC Council District 17 (Bronx) Councilmember Special Election DON’T CAST A BLIND VOTE! BE INFORMED The announcement of the resignation of former Councilmember Maria del Carmen Arroyo creates…
Former Assembly candidate takes second stab at elected office
Melrose businessman says local voters will vote against the political machine.
Council candidate Marlon Molina says he’s a community organizer at heart
Marlon Molina says cutting down on gun violence and helping community boards negotiate with the mayor to reshape his affordable housing proposal are among the messages he hopes will get…