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Bragg's opponent concedes in primary for Manhattan DA MICHAEL R. SISAK, Associated Press July 2, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail 9 1of9Alvin Bragg, a former top deputy to New York's attorney general, stands with his family as he speaks to supporters in New York, late Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The former top deputy to New York’s attorney general, was poised to become Manhattan’s first Black district attorney and to take over the investigation of former President Donald Trump after his closest opponent conceded in the the Democratic primary.Craig Ruttle/APShow MoreShow Less 2of9FILE - ...

Concerns about crime are dominating the Democratic primary, and the party’s left wing has just started to coalesce.

Staffers working for Cy Vance worry budget and personnel cuts could hamper the office, which is investigating former President Trump. Reformers say change is needed to fix a flawed culture among district attorneys.

As the June 22 primary draws near, the news stories, tweets, ads and other media surrounding the races for New York City mayor and Manhattan district attorney are ever-increasing in number. However, many people still do not know that while all registered New York City residents can vote for mayor, only those living in Manhattan can vote for the borough’s district attorney. As the Manhattan DA’s reach extends far beyond Manhattan, it is time to open the franchise to all New Yorkers.

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