NEW YORK — NY1 Political Anchor Errol Louis moderates a primary debate with four Democrats looking to succeed Rubén Díaz Jr. as Bronx borough president.
The candidates in the debate:
- Fernando Cabrera
- Nathalia Fernández
- Vanessa Gibson
- Luis Sepúlveda
Among the topics the candidates discussed:
- How to boost low COVID-19 vaccination rates in the borough
- How to help the Bronx’s economy rebound
- If they would try and attract big companies to open warehouses, hubs, and big-box stores in the borough
- Who’s best suited to bring in more affordable housing to the Bronx
- If New York City’s public housing authority should use a public-private partnership to secure funding for critical repairs
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Watch the full debate above.
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