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Mothers Take Center Stage in Manhattan Democratic Primary
6/21/2026, 11:13:34 PM
Background & Context
The Manhattan Democratic primary for a congressional district has entered its closing weeks, featuring a competitive field of candidates. Among them are Alex Bores, a 35-year-old state assemblyman from the Upper East Side, and Micah Lasher, a 44-year-old state assemblyman from the Upper West Side. The contest is described as ferocious and is shadowed by a more famous mother with a Kennedy surname also campaigning for her child. The race has drawn attention for the active involvement of the candidates’ mothers.
Key Figures & Groups
- Alex Bores – 35-year-old state assemblyman, Upper East Side.
- Lori Bores – 69-year-old mother of Alex Bores, wears a sash reading “ALEX BORES’ MOM.”
- Micah Lasher – 44-year-old state assemblyman, Upper West Side.
- Stephanie Lasher – Mother of Micah Lasher, conducts sidewalk outreach.
- Unnamed Manhattan voters – Individuals approached by the mothers during campaign activities.
Data & Statistics
- Ages: Alex Bores (35), Lori Bores (69), Micah Lasher (44).
- Campaign tactics: Lori Bores uses a printed sash; Stephanie Lasher greets voters with repeated phrasing, repeatedly saying “My son, Micah Lasher…” to reinforce name recall.
- Geographic focus: Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and high-traffic sidewalks such as those near Chelsea Greenmarket.
On-the-Ground Reports
Lori Bores says her sash functions as a visual cue that “opens doors,” allowing entry to debate venues without formal invitation. She notes the sash is printed in thick blue Sharpie and that her son sometimes grimaced beside her in Central Park to signal solidarity. Stephanie Lasher spends mornings moving in “strategic semicircles” on busy sidewalks, greeting passersby with a bespoke message about her son’s candidacy. At a Chelsea Greenmarket, a man greeted her with “Congratulations,” then added “I’m sure he’s a very nice boy,” while Micah Lasher stood nearby.
Official Statements & Responses
Lori Bores emphasizes that the sash provides immediate recognition and facilitates access to campaign events. Stephanie Lasher stresses that direct sidewalk engagement is intended to persuade undecided voters through personal connection. Both mothers report that their visible presence draws attention from voters and media, reinforcing name recognition for their sons.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The source article notes difficulty retrieving full content, leaving details about other candidates, broader voter reactions, and any organized opposition to the mothers’ tactics unavailable.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I show up, and they’re like, ‘Oh, come on in!’” — Lori Bores, mother of Alex Bores
- “My son, Micah Lasher, is in the Democratic primary …” — Stephanie Lasher, mother of Micah Lasher
- “Congratulations,” — Man at Chelsea Greenmarket
- “I’m sure he’s a very nice boy.” — Man at Chelsea Greenmarket
What’s Next
The primary remains in its closing weeks, and the campaign continues as candidates and their supporters, including the mothers, maintain a visible presence.
