Politics & Government
Carroll Gardens Voters Guide: 2013 Election Day
Your guide to election day in Brooklyn.
Election Day is Nov. 5, and it's a big one in NYC as voters will elect a new mayor for the first time since 2001.
Along with the mayoral race, there are a number of names you will see on your ballot when you head to the polls Tuesday. Here's a look at what to expect on your ballot.
New York City Mayor
- Bill de Blasio - D
- Joe Lhota - R
City Council
District 39 (Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Columbia Waterfront, Gowanus, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Kensington, and Boro Park.)
- Brad Lander - D
- Stephen Levin - D
- Carlos Menchaca - D
District Attorney
- Kenneth P. Thompson - D
- Charles J. Hynes - R
Public Advocate
- Letita James - D
Comptroller
- Scott Stringer - D
- John Burnett - R
Brooklyn Borough President
- Eric Adams - D
Voters will also vote on Supreme Court Justices and local Civil Court Judges. There are six New York State Ballot Proposals as well, most notably Proposal 1 which is the authorization of Casino Gaming. Click here for a look at all proposals.
Don't know where to vote? Visit the Board of Elections website and enter your home address to find your polling place.
Alternative party candidates are also running, including candidates tabbed by the Green Party, Working Families Party and others. Get more information about their platforms at the New York City Campaign Finance Board.
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