New York City
Fast facts about NYC's public advocate candidates
Notable facts about New York City's public advocate candidates.
New York City public advocate candidates sit down for a moderated discussion. Jeff Coltin
It’s tough to stand out in the crowd of 17 candidates vying to be New York City’s next public advocate.
City & State took a more thorough look at the race, but if you’re just looking for the basics, we’ve got you covered right here.
Top fundraiser
Michael Blake, $1.04 million (including matching funds)
Most endorsements from elected officials
Jumaane Williams, 19 (second place, Michael Blake, 18)
Longest tenure in elected office
Daniel O’Donnell, 16 years
De Blasio’s friends
Melissa Mark-Viverito, Ydanis Rodriguez
De Blasio’s enemies
Jumaane Williams, Eric Ulrich
Most Trumpy
Manny Alicandro, who claims the president encouraged him to run
Most Twitter followers
Nomiki Konst, 83K (second place, Melissa Mark-Viverito, 37.3K)
Highest Google interest (in January)
Nomiki Konst
Women
4 out of 17 – Nomiki Konst, Melissa Mark-Viverito, Dawn Smalls, Latrice Walker
Republicans
2 out of 17 – Eric Ulrich and Manny Alicandro
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