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Jack Schlossberg Leans on Kennedy Name in New York Congressional Bid
The 33-year-old grandson of John F. Kennedy is casting himself as an outsider with a big online following as he faces a crowded June primary.
- Jack Schlossberg launched his congressional campaign for a House seat in New York City late last year, leveraging his Kennedy family legacy as the grandson of President John in a crowded Democratic primary.
- Renewed interest in the Kennedy family, fueled by the show "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette," has brought outsized attention to his candidacy. Schlossberg insists the voter buzz is organic.
- Facing a crowded field, Schlossberg competes against seasoned candidates Micah Lasher and State Assemblymember Alex Bores, who highlight his thin political resume and contrast it with their New York experience.
- Despite his thin resume, Schlossberg secured an endorsement from Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. Conway, a lawyer who helped create the Trump Lincoln Project, noted voters may prioritize experience over a "fresh face."
- The June primary will decide the winner in this safely Democratic district. Schlossberg claims he is not just an influencer, citing policy focus on rent deductions while distancing himself from "Love Story.
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