I reached out to both campaigns for a reaction to the posted results. Wilson Terrero’s campaign manager Joe Montalde stated the “election is not over” with only 12 votes separating the candidates. More mail-in absentee votes will be received at the Board of Elections.
Leslye Oquendo-Thomas said she had no additional information other than what was posted on the Board of Elections website. She believes that the Terrero campaign will contest the results, but she said she is “ready for the challenge and expects to be declared the winner.”
In such a close race it may be several days before the winner is known.
Kisha Skipper’s thoughts on her victory
“I believe my faith in God made the difference. I also want to thank my family, especially my sons and 99-year-old great grandmother Mrs. Emma Smith. I thank the voters and all my volunteers, advisors and donors. I couldn’t have done it alone. The people’s voices were heard. I am humbled by the opportunity.”
Frank Jereis’s statement on his victory
“THANK YOU YONKERS! Last night the Democratic Voters of Yonkers spoke and I couldn’t be more grateful for the trust they have placed in me. We ran a positive campaign focused on the issues facing Yonkers’ Families starting with our affordability crisis. I look forward to continuing to campaign as we now look to the November election.”
Anthony Nicodemo Statement not conceding the race
“While we are disappointed with the initial result from Primary Day, this election is not complete. There are still mail-in votes that must be counted, and every voter deserves to have their voices heard.
We respect the democratic process and will allow the Board of Elections to complete the count in the coming days. We look forward to the final results, and remain grateful to every to every supporter, volunteer and voter who participated in this campaign.”
