Embattled Harlem socialist Councilwoman Kristin R. Jordan not seeking re-electionBy Carl Campanile
May 16, 2023
Embattled left-wing democratic socialist Harlem Councilwoman Kristin R. Jordan announced Tuesday she’s not seeking re-election — a stunning development just weeks before the June 27 primary election.
“Unfortunately I am writing this to inform you that I have decided not to seek re-election and not to commit to another 2 years,” Jordan said in a June 27 Instagram post.
“I want to thank all those who stood in solidarity and all volunteers for your time and hard work.”
Political insiders said Jordan saw the “writing on the wall” and realized she was going to lose her Democratic primary election against rivals who include Assembly members Inez Dickens and Al Taylor as well as Yusef Salaam, who was exonerated in the infamous Central Park Five rape case.
Jordan’s liabilities included her attendance and voting record. The Post recently reported she missed nearly half of her Council committee meetings.
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https://nypost.com/2023/05/16/harlem-socialist-kristin-r-jordan-not-seeking-re-election/