Ruth Messinger
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Ruth Wyler Messinger (born November 6, 1940)[3] is a former American political leader in New York City and a member of the Democratic Party. She was the Democratic nominee for Mayor of New York City in 1997, losing to incumbent mayor Rudy Giuliani.
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Ruth Messinger | |
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24th Borough President of Manhattan | |
In office January 1, 1990 ā December 31, 1997 | |
Preceded by | David Dinkins |
Succeeded by | C. Virginia Fields |
Member of the New York City Council for the 4th district | |
In office January 1st, 1978 ā December 31st, 1988 | |
Preceded by | Henry T. Berger |
Succeeded by | Ronnie Eldridge |
Personal details | |
Born | (1940-11-06) November 6, 1940 (age 83) New York City, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Other political affiliations | Democratic Socialists of America[1][2] |
Spouse | Andrew Lachman |
Children | 3 |
Education | Harvard University (BA) University of Oklahoma (MSW) |
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