New York City (Harlem) Assemblyman Keith Wright picked up the endorsement of the man he hopes to replace in Congress.
Congressman Charlie Rangel, who is retiring at the end of his term, announced his support for Wright's campaign for the 13th Congressional District, adding to the long list of endorsements for his bid which includes former Mayor David Dinkins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie.
Rangel, who has served in Congress since 1971, says in part quote: "Our beloved community needs a tireless advocate like Keith Wright who will always stand up for our best interests even in the face of right-wing extremism in Washington."
The Primary election takes place on June 28.
Democrat Candidates for 13th Congressional District
Yohanny M. Caceres
Suzan D. Johnson-Cook
Adriano Espaillat
Michael Gallagher
Guillermo Linares
Adam Clayton Powell IV
Sam Sloan
Clyde E. Williams
Keith L. T. Wright
Republican Candidates for 13th Congressional District
Robert A. Evans, Jr.
Minor Party Candidates for 13th Congressional District
Green Party - Daniel Vila Rivera
Independence Party - Robert A. Evans, Jr.
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