Brooklyn Dems back newcomer Gates against Restler
Briefly

Brooklyn Democratic Party chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn is endorsing secretary Sabrina Gates in her primary challenge against city council member Lincoln Restler. Gates, who previously ran in 2021, is campaigning on issues including housing and public safety. In contrast, Restler is recognized for his progressive reform stance and has criticized the party establishment. As tensions rise, Bichotte Hermelyn labeled Restler as divisive, to which he retorted that her actions are targeting his reform initiatives. Gates maintains her campaign is her own choice, not influenced by the party leadership's feud.
Brooklyn Democratic Party leader Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn is backing Secretary Sabrina Gates in her challenge against incumbent Lincoln Restler, focusing on housing and safety issues.
Gates emphasizes that her campaign is distinct and not a response to Bichotte Hermelyn, despite the Party chair's divisive relationship with Restler.
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