Asian immigrant, former Congressional aide launches bid to topple Democratic Socialist Avilés in Brooklyn Council race

Ling Ye, an Asian immigrant and former aide to Rep. Dan Goldman, has launched a spirited campaign to represent Brooklyn’s 38th Council District. A Sunset Park native and pragmatic Democrat, Ye brings a deep personal connection to the district’s immigrant communities and a focus on public safety, quality schools, and responsive leadership. Speaking in English, Chinese, and with Spanish translation, she emphasized her commitment to uplifting working families. With over $24,000 raised in just one week, Ye’s campaign is gaining strong momentum [read more]