New York City's Next Mayor Could Be Decided in the Black Church
Bloomberg
3 hrs ago
Jennifer Surane and Max Reyes
(Bloomberg) -- The race to become New York City’s next mayor is playing out in the hallowed halls of Black churches.
Long a dominating force in New York politics, Black churches have taken on even more importance during a pandemic that shuttered businesses and curtailed large gatherings. With many church services still held in-person and traditional campaign events rendered unthinkable, candidates are looking to weekly rites to connect with one of the most important voting blocs in the city before the June 22 Democratic primary.