Coverage dated November 15, 2021

Democrat Jumaane Williams says he's running for NY governor

Headline from WNYT Albany

Democrat Jumaane Williams, New York City's elected public advocate, is running for New York governor, making the self-described activist perhaps the most progressive candidate in next year's increasingly crowded race already featuring two formidable and potentially history-making candidates.

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  1. WNYT Albany

    Democrat Jumaane Williams says he's running for NY governor (opens WNYT Albany)

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    Sioux City Journal's feed description

    New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, in New York. Williams, New York City's elected public advocate, is

  2. Newsweek

    NYC public advocate, Democrat Jumaane Williams, to run for New York governor (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    A former City Council member, Williams, the son of Grenadian immigrants, has served as public advocate in New York since 2019 investigating citizen complaints.

  3. Insider

    Jumaane Williams announces run for New York governor, joining a crowded primary in the fallout from Cuomo's resignation (opens Insider)

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    Insider's feed description

    Williams centered his announcement video on living with Tourette Syndrome and his activism over the years, including footage of him being arrested.

  4. NBC New York

    NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams Makes Run for Governor Official (opens NBC New York)

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    NBC New York's feed description

    Public Advocate Jumaane Williams confirmed Tuesday he is running for governor of New York. The New York City Democrat filed paperwork in September to consider a bid, and on Tuesday released a YouTube video officially declaring his candidacy.

  5. FOX 5 New York

    Democrat Jumaane Williams enters NY governor race (opens FOX 5 New York)

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    FOX 5 New York's feed description

    Democrat Jumaane Williams, New York City's elected public advocate, is running for New York governor, making the self-described activist perhaps the most progressive candidate in next year's increasingly crowded race.

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