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Bill De Blasio

Bill de Blasio (born Warren Wilhelm; May 8, 1961) is a New York City elected official, holding the citywide office of New York City Public Advocate, which serves as an ombudsman between the electorate and the city government. He formerly served as a New York City Council member representing the 39th District in Brooklyn. De Blasio announced his candidacy for mayor of the City of New York on January 27, 2013.