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Jack Schlossberg Launches Congressional Bid, Urges Civil Rights Focus

11/14/2025

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Schlossberg Launches Campaign

Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of President John F. Kennedy, announced his candidacy in New York's 12th Congressional District to replace retiring Rep. Jerrold Nadler.
He criticized the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump and urged a new generation to address civil rights and healthcare.
His campaign emphasizes personal engagement and invites voters to connect directly.
Schlossberg joins a primary with Erik Bottcher and Micah Lasher as the party targets 2026.

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Bottcher Enters Race

Erik Bottcher, a New York City Council Member, announced his candidacy for New York's 12th Congressional District to succeed Representative Jerrold Nadler in a Democratic primary.
He raised nearly $700,000 within 24 hours and is the race's only openly gay candidate.
He cites his experiences as a gay man and mental health advocate and says New York City saved his life.
He pledged to address mental health and affordable housing.

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Schlossberg Launches Campaign

Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of President John F. Kennedy, announced his candidacy in New York's 12th Congressional District to replace retiring Rep. Jerrold Nadler.
He criticized the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump and urged a new generation to address civil rights and healthcare.
His campaign emphasizes personal engagement and invites voters to connect directly.
Schlossberg joins a primary with Erik Bottcher and Micah Lasher as the party targets 2026.

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