Democrat Jumaane Williams says he’s running for NY governor

By MICHELLE L. PRICE
Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s elected public advocate Jumaane Williams is running for New York governor. The self-described activist is the most progressive candidate in next year’s increasingly crowded Democratic primary race already featuring Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James. Williams is a 45-year-old former New York City councilman who serves as a public ombudsman in his role as the city’s public advocate. He shared his plans with The Associated Press before formally rolling out his campaign announcement Tuesday.