But at the same time, he thinks he made a «major statement» at the polls, considering «the whole Washington permanent government came out» for his opponent, Rep. Charlie Rangel. (politico.com)
Despite his loss, Espaillat insists he's «happy» because he worked hard and made a «major statement» at the polls, considering «the whole Washington permanent government came out» in favor of Rangel. (nystateofpolitics.com)
In making his way up the ranks of permanent government, from the consumer affairs department to the Department of Telecommunications and Energy to the Economic Development Corporation, where he worked as senior vice president for transportation and commerce, Ward has also shown himself comfortable using the proverbial revolving door, moving between the public and private sectors as the need arises, and endearing himself to both public and private constituencies. (politico.com)