Democrat Michael Blake is running for mayor on a platform that includes tax breaks for middle-class homeowners, guaranteed income for all New Yorkers and universal childcare.
Blake, a former state Assembly member who represented parts of the South Bronx for three terms, previously served as an aide in former President Obama’s first administration, where he advocated for minority- and women-owned businesses, and helped campaign for the former president.
As a mayoral candidate, Blake has been vocal about his support of the city’s sanctuary laws — particularly to protect immigrant students — and withholding taxes sent to D.C. should any more federal dollars be cut from the city’s budget under his watch.
Blake has sought multiple public offices without success, including a seat in the House of Representatives and as New York City Public Advocate.
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