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Op-Ed: Orange and Blue Sunset: The True Majesty from 1999 to 2026

By MICHAEL COLON
Just like the beginning of a Broadway play, the stage is bare and the curtains gently rise, causing the audience to lean forward in their seats with growing anticipation. Hands clap, voices cheer, and passion blends seamlessly with appreciation as the performers bring a story to life. The theater shines brightly as the actors showcase their art, creating an experience that captivates everyone watching.

UPDATE Darializa Avila Chevalier Defeats Longterm Incumbent Adriano Espaillat in NY-13

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Candidate in New York’s 13th congressional district, Darializa Avila Chevalier, 32, has declared victory over incumbent Congressman Adriano Espaillat, 71, chairman of the powerful Congressional Hispanic Caucus in Washington D.C., in the Democratic Primary on June 23. The win ends the Dominican congressman’s five-term tenure which began when he was elected in 2017. Based on unofficial Election Night results, Avila Chevalier had garnered 49% of the vote over Espaillat’s 45%.

UPDATE Primaries 2026: Will Working Families Party Wave Finally Upend Legacy Politics in the Northwest Bronx?

By JENNA POST & SÍLE MOLONEY
Local voters will no doubt be aware of a growing progressive Democratic movement in the Northwest Bronx, and in The Bronx generally, as in much of New York City over the past several years. Past notable wins have included State Sen. Gustavo Rivera (S.D. 33) in 2010, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) in 2018, along with former State Sen. Alessandria Biaggi, and former Congressman Jamaal Bowman (NY-16) in 2020.