LOCAL · NY · 1990-1997
Ruth W. Messinger
Borough President · Manhattan · Democrat · New York
On the record
1997 NYC Mayor Dem nominee — lost to Giuliani
Background
New York's Borough President · Manhattan of Manhattan 1990–1997: Ruth W. Messinger — 7-year tenure. Took office after David Dinkins (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: 1997 NYC Mayor Dem nominee — lost to Giuliani. Same-year political environment (1990): Governor Mario Cuomo.
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