Clarisa Alayeto Archives – Politics NY

Elsie Encarnacion

Elsie Encarnacion leads in District 8 Democratic primary, poised to succeed Diana Ayala

By Sadie Brown

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Clarisa Alayeto resumes CD8 campaign following legal challenges

By Emily Swanson

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Council District 8 hopefuls face off at South Bronx forum

By Emily Swanson

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