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By Colin Campbell 11:36am

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Rafael Espinal Sets Up Council Campaign

In another sign the 2013 races are almost fully underway, Assemblyman Rafael Espinal, who first won a relatively high-profile special election in northeastern Brooklyn in 2011, is moving forward with his aim to replace term-limited Councilman Erik Dilan next year and formed a campaign committee for the effort.

“I’m leaning towards running, but the truth of the matter is I just got elected to the assembly,” Mr. Espinal told us this morning. “But that option’s available. I’m very proud of my record in the record in the State Assembly.” Read More

By Colin Campbell 3/15/12 9:34am

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Fidler and Storobin Enter Final Advertising Stretch

The March 20th special election to replace corrupt former State Senator Carl Kruger is less than week away, and if you read any Jewish newspapers or websites in Brooklyn, you’re probably quite aware of this.

On the Yeshiva World News website, for example, the two candidates, Democratic City Councilman Lew Fidler and Republican attorney David Storobin, have competing banners blaring across the top of the screen.

Both candidates are heavily advertising in print as well. A sampling of this can be found below: Read More

By Colin Campbell 2/14/12 11:05am

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Rodneyse Bichotte Formally Announces Assembly Bid

District Leader Rodneyse Bichotte formally announced her challenge to Assemblywoman Rhoda Jacobs this afternoon, setting up what could be an interesting Democratic primary to watch this summer. And although her campaign, first reported by City & State, is seeking to unseat a veteran incumbent, Ms. Bichotte’s statement made no mention of her opposition.

“Over the past six months I’ve received overwhelming encouragement from city and state elected officials, community leaders and most importantly the residents of our district. After some counsel and much prayer, I have decided to move forward with a run for State Assembly,” Ms. Bichotte said. “More can and should be done to ensure the 42nd Assembly District’s voice is reflected loud and clear in the halls of our state capitol. I am convinced that being in the State Assembly will allow me to more effectively address the issues facing our community.” Read More