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I didnt set out with the notion of running for elective office it sort of grew over time. And I honestly at times questioned if progressive change can be effected through elected office.

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Bill de Blasio
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: May 8
Lawyer
Mayor Of New York City
Politician
Manhattan borough
New York City
Warren Wilhelm
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Bill deBlasio
Warren Wilhelm Jr.
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