By Hunter Walker 6:13pm

Endorsements

Gustavo Rivera (Photo: NYS Senate)

Gustavo Rivera Backs Adriano Espaillat

Bronx State Senator Gustavo Rivera gave his endorsement to fellow State Senator Adriano Espaillat in his race against veteran congressman Charlie Rangel. The endorsement is significant because Mr. Rivera’s home base in the Bronx is new territory for Mr. Espaillat, who currently represents Upper Manhattan and Riverdale.

“As a fellow senator, I have watched Adriano successfully fight for working families and immigrants,” Mr. Rivera said in a statement. “I am proud to endorse Adriano for Congress because he will bring the same passion and energy to Congress and deliver the change we need in Washington D.C. I look forward to campaigning for Adriano, particularly in the Bronx, to get him elected as our next Congressman.” Read More

By Colin Campbell 4/18/12 5:45pm

the real issue

Oscar de la Renta (Photo: Wikimedia)

Rangel Campaign Criticizes Oscar de la Renta

Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta endorsed State Senator Adriano Espaillat’s bid to unseat Congressman Charlie Rangel yesterday, and in an interview on The Perez Notes, Mr. Rangel’s campaign manager Moises Perez fought back.

“As far as I know, Oscar de la Renta does not vote in this district,” Mr. Perez began when asked about the leading fashion icon. “The day you have a tornado in Washington Heights is the day you might find Oscar de la Renta, quite frankly. I do not think he will have any major impact whatsoever.” Read More