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politics2 years ago

Yusef Salaam's Political Triumph Signals a Changing Landscape in Harlem

Yusef Salaam, one of the exonerated Central Park 5, is on track to win a City Council seat in Central Harlem, signaling a generational power shift in Black political leadership. Salaam's likely victory, along with the probable defeat of Charles Barron, a self-described Black radical socialist, in Brooklyn, reflects a shift from supporting socialists to backing moderate Democrats in both Harlem and East New York. Voters are seeking change and a move forward, embracing candidates who distance themselves from radical politics. The final results will be determined after the ranked-choice tabulation process.

via The New York Times|
#central-park-5#city-council#generational-power-shift
politics2 years ago

Yusef Salaam Emerges Victorious in Harlem's NYC Council Primary

Yusef Salaam, one of the Central Park 5 wrongfully convicted of rape and assault, holds a significant lead in the Democratic primary for a Harlem City Council seat, potentially causing a major upset. Salaam's closest competitor, Assemblywoman Inez Dickens, conceded defeat. However, it is unclear if Salaam has secured more than 50% of the votes, which would trigger ranked-choice voting. In another race, Councilman Charles Barron is at risk of losing his seat to Democratic challenger Chris Banks. Incumbents easily held off primary challenges in the Democratic primaries for district attorney in Queens and the Bronx.

via The New York Times|
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