Sentences with phrase «like other candidates in this race»

The disgraced former politician, who was removed from the state senate for assaulting his girlfriend and served time in federal prison for fraud, said he's «the candidate of the people, not of the special interest like other candidates in this race.»

Not exact matches

Throughout the race, the Democratic candidates fought hard to distinguish themselves from each other — almost all of them have lived in the neighborhood for decades, have served on the local Community Board and share similar positions on issues like affordable housing, keeping small businesses strong and quality - of - life issues.

Manhattan Media publisher Tom Allon, the other declared candidate in the race, argued that living in Gracie would make him a more effective mayor, since he'd be close to official business, and said that the live - in model has worked just fine for other officials, like the president of the United States.

LA School Report covered the intense race like no other publication, with comprehensive profiles of the primary candidates, what was at stake for kids, what fueled the record spending, and the rising parent movement that swept in change for public education.

Having a resume that not only positions you as a qualified candidate but clearly differentiates you from the sea of other qualified candidates is like putting on a pair of trusty running shoes to compete in a marathon when many of the other participants are racing in flip - flops.