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Election Night Open Thread: Rivera KOs Espada

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The early returns are in, and Pedro Espada is going to have to make up some ground to retain his seat in the State Senate. Other incumbents don't seem to be in as much jeopardy.

Update: It's official. Espada has conceded the race to challenger Gustavo Rivera.

It also looks like congestion pricing antagonist and former Westchester Assembly Member Richard Brodsky will not be serving as New York Attorney General.

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