“As far as I know, she’s the first Republican woman to run,” said Adele Malpass, the chairwoman of the Manhattan Republican Party. The lineup will also include Mr. Massey, a former real estate sales executive who has demonstrated an ability to raise — and spend — significant money, and the Rev. PhotoFor that reason, and with poll numbers showing Mr. de Blasio defeating Mr. Massey handily, Mr. de Blasio’s campaign has shown little concern about the growing Republican field. For Mr. Massey, the task will be to appear statesmanlike and charismatic enough to win over skeptical party leaders. For Mr. Dietl, the question will be whether he can project the bearing of a potential mayor.

Source: New York Times April 25, 2017 16:32 UTC