The New York Times, one of of the most sought after endorsements in the city, has given its nod to the Working Families Party’s candidate for Public Advocate, Bill de Blasio, and 6 WFP City Council Candidates! Here’s what the Times had to say:
BILL DE BLASIO FOR PUBLIC ADVOCATE
“Because he has shown that he can work well with Mayor Bloomberg when it makes sense to do so while vehemently and eloquently opposing him when justified, City Councilman Bill de Blasio best fits today’s requirements for the job…he has focused on helping many less-fortunate New Yorkers with food stamps, housing and children’s health. He has labored successfully for better schools and an improved quality of life for New Yorkers…he has the best temperament and best record of the four candidates.” -New York Times, Aug. 29
S.J. JUNG – QUEENS DISTRICT 20
“S.J. Jung, a businessman, is a strong independent and an advocate for immigrants…We endorse Mr. Jung as having the most potential.” -New York Times, Sept 5
DANIEL DROMM – QUEENS DISTRICT 25
“…the district deserves more energetic representation. Daniel Dromm, a public schoolteacher and activist, is ready to take on the area’s needs — mainly too few schools and health facilities. We endorse Mr. Dromm.” -New York Times, Sept 5
JAMES VAN BRAMER – QUEENS DISTRICT 26
“James Van Bramer has done good work for the borough’s enviable library system and has the independence and energy the Council needs. We endorse Mr. Van Bramer.” -New York Times, Sept 5
LYNN SCHULMAN - QUEENS DISTRICT 29
“Lynn Schulman, a hospital executive and Democratic Party activist. Ms. Schulman argues more powerfully for better access to schools and more affordable housing and health care. We endorse Ms. Schulman.” -New York Times, Sept 5
BRAD LANDER – BROOKLYN DISTRICT 39
“it is Brad Lander who has the stronger history of working with the diverse issues the Council addresses. As the former director of the Pratt Center for Community Development and longtime director of the Fifth Avenue Committee, Mr. Lander has worked for affordable housing and for more jobs, parks, mass transit and other community needs. We endorse Mr. Lander.” -New York Times, Sept 5
JUMAANE WILLIAMS - BROOKLYN DISTRICT 45
“Mr. Williams is a compelling advocate for affordable housing and immigrant rights, and he would pursue these issues energetically in the Council. We endorse Mr. Williams.” -New York Times, Sept 5
