New Yorkers for de Blasio today announced Bill de Blasio will participate in three debates over the next six weeks in the general election for New York City mayor.

Three debates is the largest number of debates held in a New York City mayoral general election since 1985.

“New Yorkers deserve a City Hall that thinks about those struggling just to get by instead of only focusing on the rich and the elite. Real, progressive change to this city means more affordable housing, a strengthened relationship between police and the communities they serve, and a tax on the wealthiest New Yorkers to fund universal early education and after-school programs for every child who wants and needs them,” said Bill de Blasio. “I look forward to participating in these debates and presenting this vision for progressive reform directly to the people of New York City.”

(YWN Desk – NYC)