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Mamdani Fights Brooklyn Dems’ Rule Changes Seen as Anti-Voter Power Grab
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Mamdani Fights Brooklyn Dems’ Rule Changes Seen as Anti-Voter Power Grab

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani opposes Brooklyn Democratic Party chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn’s plan to expand the executive committee with dozens of new voting members ahead of the fall leadership vote, arguing the move undermines the will of voters. Reformers backed Julio Peña, while NY leaders Letitia James and Jumaane Williams urged the changes not move forward; proposals could also let former chairs vote in future elections and may eventually swell the committee to about 90 members.

politics6 months ago

Brooklyn Democrats' Hochul endorsement stumble signals party fracture

Brooklyn’s Democratic Party briefly withdrew its backing of Gov. Kathy Hochul over internal disputes tied to her lieutenant governor pick, Adrienne Adams, highlighting a long-simmering split between insurgent progressives and mainstream leaders and signaling a waning influence of county party machines in New York City politics.

Brooklyn Democrats withdraw Hochul endorsement after Adams pick
politics6 months ago

Brooklyn Democrats withdraw Hochul endorsement after Adams pick

Brooklyn's largest county Democratic committee rescinded its endorsement of Gov. Kathy Hochul after she selected Adrienne Adams as her running mate, with Brooklyn leader Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn criticizing the move as a lack of consultation. The surprise pick could complicate Hochul’s reelection bid amid a primary challenge from Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado, and some Brooklyn leaders expressed opposition to Adams while others defended the all-women ticket.