Live Breaking News & Updates on Bill Perkins Jolts Harlem Council Race

UpdatedFri, Mar 5, 2021 at 10:47 pm ET
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The surprise re-election bid by Perkins, 71, was first reported Thursday by THE CITY, who quoted three of Perkins s Council colleagues, a constituent and a former staffer attesting to his frequent disorientation and memory loss. (John McCarten/New York City Council)
HARLEM, NY The competitive City Council race playing out in Central Harlem was jolted this week by news that the incumbent, Bill Perkins, would seek another term despite longstanding rumors that he is in poor health.
The surprise re-election bid by Perkins, 71, was first reported Thursday by THE CITY, who quoted three of Perkins s council colleagues, a constituent and a former staffer attesting to his frequent disorientation and memory loss. ....

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