"According to Spectrum News NY1, the party's executive committee reaffirmed its backing on Friday following outreach from the governor, signaling a renewed effort to present a united front ahead of the election. The initial rupture emerged after Hochul announced former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as her prospective lieutenant governor without prior consultation with Brooklyn Democratic leadership."
"Bichotte Hermelyn later raised concerns about Adams' electoral strength, pointing to the former speaker's fourth-place finish in the New York City mayoral primary as evidence that the selection might not energize voters or expand the ticket's appeal. In a statement released Friday, however, the party's executive committee indicated that discussions with Hochul had helped ease tensions. The statement emphasized unity and shared priorities, noting that members were now "prepared to move forward in unity and support Gov. Hochul in our shared efforts to win back the House and ensure Democratic leadership remains strong across New York.""
The Brooklyn Democratic Party reinstated its endorsement of Governor Kathy Hochul after briefly withdrawing support amid tensions over her choice of running mate. Party leaders reported feeling sidelined when Hochul announced former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams without prior consultation. Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn questioned Adams' ability to energize voters, citing a fourth-place finish in the New York City mayoral primary. After outreach and discussions with Hochul, the party's executive committee reported eased tensions and emphasized unity and shared priorities. Members indicated they were prepared to move forward in unity to support efforts to win back the House and preserve Democratic leadership in New York.
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