A State Race in a City Election Year:
In addition to all the city races on the primary ballot for September 10th, there will also be a special election in the Bronx, with a primary to take place September 10th. In the 86th Assembly District, Nelson Castro has resigned after his involvment in the corruption scandal involving Malcom Smith, Dan Halloran, and others, was revealled.
Candidates: (listed in alphabetical order)
Keny Nuñez
Victor Pichardo
Haile Rivera
Yudelka Tapia
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We'll have more on this race soon. In the meantime, here's a Daily News article for background.