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NYC-DSA Expands City Socialist Bloc, Boosts Affordability Agenda

2/24/2026

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New York City Democratic Socialists of America admitted Council Members Chi Ossé and Shahana Hanif to its City Socialist in Office bloc, doubling its size to include Cabán and Avilés.
Gustavo Gordillo, NYC-DSA Cochair, expressed optimism about advancing a true affordability agenda for workers.
Ossé and Hanif have complex histories with NYC-DSA, seeking endorsements and facing setbacks.
They have formalized their relationship with NYC-DSA to collaborate on legislative strategies.

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New York City Democratic Socialists of America admitted Council Members Chi Ossé and Shahana Hanif to its City Socialist in Office bloc, doubling its size to include Cabán and Avilés.
Gustavo Gordillo, NYC-DSA Cochair, expressed optimism about advancing a true affordability agenda for workers.
Ossé and Hanif have complex histories with NYC-DSA, seeking endorsements and facing setbacks.
They have formalized their relationship with NYC-DSA to collaborate on legislative strategies.