Bronx Councilor's Vote May Reveal Shift to Right
Kristy Marmorato, a Republican on the Bronx City Council, is facing an election that will test whether her party's lone representative in the district has truly captured its voters. The 13th district, which includes Throgs Neck and other Northeast Bronx neighborhoods, elected a Republican after decades of Democratic dominance, sparking curiosity about the cause behind this shift.
The controversy surrounding Marmorato centers on allegations from opponent Shirley Aldebol that the councilor's failure to negotiate with her colleagues led to the district losing leverage in key land-use decisions. However, Marmorato maintains that she did reach across the aisle and worked towards a mutually beneficial outcome.
Critics say the district has become increasingly conservative, driven by voters' disillusionment with party politics and what they see as hypocrisy from both parties. Robert Jaen, director of the Throgs Neck Business Improvement District, attributes the shift to a loss of common sense among Democrats and the transformation of the party into something he describes as "socialist."
Jaen's endorsement of Marmorato stems from her willingness to challenge the status quo and what he perceives as the Democratic Party's move towards radicalism. He appreciates her unapologetic stance on issues like immigration enforcement, Medicaid cuts, and border security, which he believes reflect a more authentic approach to governance.
As the election nears, both camps highlight their respective strengths. Aldebol emphasizes her experience in labor negotiations, citing her work as executive vice president of 32BJ, while Marmorato touts her accomplishments, including securing millions for Metro-North service expansion.
The outcome will determine whether the Bronx's rightward swing is a result of Marmorato's unique brand of conservatism or if it signifies a deeper shift in public opinion. One thing is certain: the election has become a microcosm of the nation's growing partisan divide, with both sides digging in for what promises to be a contentious campaign season.
Kristy Marmorato, a Republican on the Bronx City Council, is facing an election that will test whether her party's lone representative in the district has truly captured its voters. The 13th district, which includes Throgs Neck and other Northeast Bronx neighborhoods, elected a Republican after decades of Democratic dominance, sparking curiosity about the cause behind this shift.
The controversy surrounding Marmorato centers on allegations from opponent Shirley Aldebol that the councilor's failure to negotiate with her colleagues led to the district losing leverage in key land-use decisions. However, Marmorato maintains that she did reach across the aisle and worked towards a mutually beneficial outcome.
Critics say the district has become increasingly conservative, driven by voters' disillusionment with party politics and what they see as hypocrisy from both parties. Robert Jaen, director of the Throgs Neck Business Improvement District, attributes the shift to a loss of common sense among Democrats and the transformation of the party into something he describes as "socialist."
Jaen's endorsement of Marmorato stems from her willingness to challenge the status quo and what he perceives as the Democratic Party's move towards radicalism. He appreciates her unapologetic stance on issues like immigration enforcement, Medicaid cuts, and border security, which he believes reflect a more authentic approach to governance.
As the election nears, both camps highlight their respective strengths. Aldebol emphasizes her experience in labor negotiations, citing her work as executive vice president of 32BJ, while Marmorato touts her accomplishments, including securing millions for Metro-North service expansion.
The outcome will determine whether the Bronx's rightward swing is a result of Marmorato's unique brand of conservatism or if it signifies a deeper shift in public opinion. One thing is certain: the election has become a microcosm of the nation's growing partisan divide, with both sides digging in for what promises to be a contentious campaign season.
. There's something bigger at play here - people are getting tired of the same old politics and wanting real change. I mean, Robert Jaen's been around for a while and he knows what's going on in that district. He's not buying into the socialist hype from the Democrats either 
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] Marmorato is like "I'll just sit here and not negotiate" 
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] Bronx's rightward swing? More like "I'm a Republican now, wahhh!" 
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] 32BJ = Labor Union 
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] "I'm not a socialist" 
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] Because what's more important than train tracks? 
. Anyway, back to politics... I think this election is going to be super intense! Both sides are so fired up, it's like they're playing a heated game of Overwatch 
. But you know what? I kinda love it? It shows that people care and aren't afraid to speak their minds.
. No more social media drama or yelling matches – just calm, rational conversations. Yeah, I know it sounds boring, but hear me out...
. It's not about being radical or socialist, it's about making informed decisions based on common sense 
. The fact that Robert Jaen is supporting Kristy Marmorato because of her willingness to challenge the status quo says a lot - she's not afraid to rock the boat and stand up for what she believes in 
. Let's see how this election plays out and if it's just a one-off or if there's really a shift happening 
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... now it seems like everyone's so partisan it's crazy 
... what happened to us, you know? 
? Aldebol vs Marmorato - can't we just focus on their policy stances and let the voters decide? It's like, hello, we're here to discuss politics not start a reality TV show 
. Can't we think outside the box for once? Maybe, just maybe, we could have some real substance in these discussions 
. Like, how are we even going to pay off this mess? And it's not like there's any real plan to fix it... Just more of the same old broken promises and politics as usual 
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. The thing is, the party's been stuck in neutral for ages, and now they're trying to shift gears 
. If Marmorato wins, maybe it means people are finally waking up to some common sense 
. On the other hand, if Aldebol takes it, then it's just more of the same old politics 
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we need ppl who can put aside party politics & work towards the greater good 
especially when it comes to issues that affect us all 
. It'll be interesting to see how this all plays out in the end 
. Anyway, it's gonna be interesting to see how this all plays out!
But then there's Robert Jaen saying that the district's gone conservative 'cause Democrats are getting too radical... I don't know, man. It seems to me like people just want someone who'll listen and not rock the boat 
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