NEW YORK, N.Y. — Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado has announced Tuesday he and India Walton are ending their campaign for Governor and lieutenant Governor of New York.
In a statement, Delgado said the decision was made “after much consideration,” and that he found “there simply is no viable path forward.”
“I do not make this decision lightly, particularly given that so many have poured their belief into our campaign and are desperate to be given a voice,” Delgado said in the statement.
Although his campaign has come to an end, Delgado said he still plans to do what he can to make New York more affordable.
Delgado also thanked Walton, saying she joined the campaign as they both share the same vision.
Read the full statement from Delgado:
“I’ve decided to end my campaign for Governor of New York. After much consideration, I’ve concluded that there simply is no viable path forward. And though my campaign has come to an end, I fully intend to do all I can in our effort to build a more humane, affordable and equitable state that serves all New Yorkers. I will also support Democrats in our effort to hold the line against Trump and take back our democracy.
I do not make this decision lightly, particularly given that so many have poured their belief into our campaign and are desperate to be given a voice.
To those who have supported this effort, especially my incredible campaign team and volunteers, I can’t begin to express my gratitude for each and every one of you.
And a special thanks to India Walton, who joined this campaign because she shares this vision and I know will also continue working toward it.
To everyone else who believed in us: Please never forget that your voice matters, and its power extends well beyond any one campaign or any one politician. You must always hold people in office accountable, because at the end of the day, they work for you. We, and I, work for you.
Ultimately, this decision for me comes down to my belief that to walk with purpose, is to walk with love. That belief has animated this campaign. That is why Lacey and I entered politics nearly a decade ago. That is the lesson we try to impart on our young boys. And that is the same spirit I will carry with me as I continue to serve the people of New York as Lieutenant Governor.
‘It was the most unexpected and huge honor to be considered and brought into the team so seamlessly and with such care,’ said Walton. “I’m sure this is not the last folks will hear from team Delgado/Walton!”
This leaves Bruce Blakeman and Gov. Kathy Hochul and Adrienne Adams in the running for governor. The primary election is set for June 23, with the general election on Nov. 3.
READ MORE: New York State candidates for the governor’s race (Feb. 7)
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