Democrat Jumaane Williams wins special election for New York City public advocate

Source: WABC-TV

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Democrat Jumaane Williams has won a special election to serve as New York City's public advocate.

The City Councilman from Brooklyn defeated 16 other candidates Tuesday to win an office that holds little power but can serve as a stepping stone to higher office.

Williams is a former tenant organizer who has served on the City Council since 2009.

The seat was vacated by the election of former public advocate Letitia James to the position of state attorney general.

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